Robert Kolker
Robert Kolker is an American journalist and author best known for his work as a contributing editor for New York Magazine and for his book 'Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery,' which was adapted into a Netflix film. He has also written for various other publications and is recognized for his in-depth investigative reporting and narrative nonfiction.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Hidden Valley Road
"Hidden Valley Road" by Robert Kolker is a non-fiction book that tells the story of the Galvin family, who had 12 children, six of whom were diagnosed with schizophrenia. The book delves into the family's struggles with mental illness, the medical community's understanding of schizophrenia at the time, and the impact the family's situation had on each member. It also explores the history of schizophrenia research and treatments, as well as the Galvin family's contribution to advancing our understanding of the disease.
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