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Grit

By Angela Duckworth

The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Scribner, 2016.

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Grit

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A scientific approach to success theorizing that accomplishments are not achieved by intellect, but by determination, passion, and perseverance. Includes scientifically based research, specific examples, and ideas for sparking your inner “grit.”

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Who should read Grit

Students • Teachers • Military • Psychologists • Researchers • Entrepreneurs

About the author of Grit

Author, psychologist, and former schoolteacher Angela Duckworth has dedicated the majority of her research life to studying character development in children and adults. In 2013, Duckworth co-founded the Character Lab, a non-profit for kids, with the goal of connecting scientists, researchers, and educators in the advancement of grit from birth through young adulthood.

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