The Empathy Exam (Leslie Jamison)

"The Empathy Exam" by Leslie Jamison is a collection of essays exploring the nature of empathy—our ability to understand and share others’ feelings. Jamison examines empathy's complexities, including its moments of connection and limits, through personal stories, literary analysis, and cultural observations. The book invites readers to reflect on how empathy influences relationships, storytelling, and compassion in modern life, highlighting its significance as both a gift and a challenge. Overall, it offers a thoughtful, nuanced look at what it means to truly understand others in an often indifferent world.