Boomer Guru: How M. Scott Peck Guided Millions but Lost Himself on The Road Less Traveled

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The biography delves into the life of psychiatrist M. Scott Peck, who gained fame in the 1980s and '90s for his influential self-help book, which helped many women find purpose. Despite his professional success, Peck's personal life was marked by turmoil, including struggles with control and infidelity. Arthur Jones presents a well-researched and candid portrayal, featuring recorded interviews that reveal Peck's complexities as a "wounded healer." This account offers a unique perspective on both the man and the societal context of his time.