THE PEACE CORPS TODAY

by Merni Ingrassia Fitzgerald ‧ RELEASE DATE: April 1, 1986

This optimistic book provides ""everything you wanted to know about the Peace Corps, but were afraid no one would ask."" Readers who were unaware of it may just gear up to go. Fitzgerald uses many engaging approaches to convey the scope and emotional satisfaction of projects: letters from a hypothetical volunteer, anecdotes from actual volunteers, a historical framework. The emphasis has changed over the years, moving from literacy training to such things as beekeeping, crutch manufacture, and Special Olympics. The philosophical groundwork for the Corps comes not only from President Kennedy's coterie, but from sources as Chinese proverbs and William James. The ripple effect of the Corps is examined, especially helping women in developing countries, information exchange, and impact on other organizations. This book benefits from sharp, inviting photographs. Fitzgerald also offers a list of other volunteer programs as well as a chapter on the volunteering process.

Pub Date: April 1, 1986

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: 128

Publisher: Dodd, Mead

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: March 15, 1986

Categories: NONFICTION