CONGRATULATIONS, BY THE WAY

Three months after George Saunders gave a convocation address at Syracuse University, a transcript of that speech was posted on the web site of The New York Times, where its simple, uplifting message struck a deep chord. Within days, it had been shared more than o ne million times. Why? Because Saunderss words tap into a desire in all of us to lead kinder, more fulfilling lives. Powerful, funn y, and wise, Congratulations, by the way is an inspiring message from one of todays most influential and original writers.