Jon Ronson

Books by Jon Ronson

The Psychopath Test

A Journey Through the Madness Industry

by Jon Ronson
- Paperback, 275 pages
Lost at Sea

The Jon Ronson Mysteries

by Jon Ronson
- Hardcover, 400 pages
The Amazing Adventures of Phoenix Jones

And the Less Amazing Adventures of Some Other Real-life Superheroes

by Jon Ronson
- Digital Download, 68 pages

Jon Ronson has written books about:

NPR stories about Jon Ronson

Author Interviews

The Adventures Of An Investigative Satirist

by NPR Staff

November 11, 2012 4:47 PM

Jon Ronson, the bestselling author of The Psychopath Test and The Men Who Stare at Goats, has spent his life exploring mysterious events and meeting extraordinary people. His newest book, Lost at Sea, is a collection of true mini-adventures he has written along the way.

My Guilty Pleasure

You'd Have To Be Psycho To Not Pass This 'Test'

by Carol Rifka Brunt

August 13, 2012 7:00 AM

The Psychopath Test is a fascinating look into the minds of the deranged, but author Carol Rifka Brunt says she read it not to understand the psychology of madness, but to prove she wasn't mad herself. When have you compared yourself to books or characters in them? Tell us in the comments.

Author Interviews

The Real Mr. Incredible: Self-Styled 'Superheroes'

by NPR Staff

November 22, 201110:49 AM

In The Amazing Adventures of Phoenix Jones, Jon Ronson explores the subculture of ordinary individuals who adopt superhero identities (and costumes) to patrol the streets.

Critics' Lists: Summer 2011

Insane Science: 5 New Books That Explain The Brain

by Michael Schaub

June 07, 201110:22 AM

From religion to pornography and die-hard optimists to remorseless sociopaths, reading about neuroscience can be a lot more fun than dodging volleyballs on a beach. Here are five brainy picks that are sure to make for some sizzling summer reads.

Author Interviews

A Psychopath Walks Into A Room. Can You Tell?

by NPR Staff

May 21, 2011 4:09 PM

Journalist Jon Ronson spent two years talking to psychopaths, psychiatrists and even Scientologists in an effort to learn more about psychopathy and its effects on society.

Books News & Features

A Lost And Found 'Wonder': Pearl S. Buck's Final Novel

Pearl Buck was born in West Virginia but spent much of her childhood in China, where her parents worked as missionaries.

Author Interviews

Transcending Hardships By Saving Others In 'Constellation'

Russian soldiers take their position near the village of Shatoy, Chechnya.

From Our Listeners

Three-Minute Fiction Readings: 'Geometry' And 'Snowflake'

Author Interviews

'Steal The Menu': A Chronicle Of A Career In Food Coverage

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Jon Ronson

Books by Jon Ronson

The Psychopath Test

A Journey Through the Madness Industry

Lost at Sea

The Jon Ronson Mysteries

The Amazing Adventures of Phoenix Jones

And the Less Amazing Adventures of Some Other Real-life Superheroes

Jon Ronson has written books about:

NPR stories about Jon Ronson

Author Interviews

The Adventures Of An Investigative Satirist

My Guilty Pleasure

You'd Have To Be Psycho To Not Pass This 'Test'

Author Interviews

The Real Mr. Incredible: Self-Styled 'Superheroes'

Critics' Lists: Summer 2011

Insane Science: 5 New Books That Explain The Brain

Author Interviews

A Psychopath Walks Into A Room. Can You Tell?

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A Lost And Found 'Wonder': Pearl S. Buck's Final Novel

Author Interviews

Transcending Hardships By Saving Others In 'Constellation'

From Our Listeners

Three-Minute Fiction Readings: 'Geometry' And 'Snowflake'

Author Interviews

'Steal The Menu': A Chronicle Of A Career In Food Coverage

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Jon Ronson

Books by Jon Ronson

A Journey Through the Madness Industry

The Jon Ronson Mysteries

And the Less Amazing Adventures of Some Other Real-life Superheroes

Jon Ronson has written books about:

NPR stories about Jon Ronson

More From Books

Books News &amp; Features

A Lost And Found 'Wonder': Pearl S. Buck's Final Novel

Author Interviews

Transcending Hardships By Saving Others In 'Constellation'

From Our Listeners

Three-Minute Fiction Readings: 'Geometry' And 'Snowflake'

Author Interviews

'Steal The Menu': A Chronicle Of A Career In Food Coverage

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