The book chronicles the remarkable journey of an intrepid photographer who dedicated his life to documenting the lives and cultures of Native American tribes at the turn of the 20th century. With a passion that bordered on obsession, he traversed the American West, capturing thousands of images and recordings that aimed to preserve the fading heritage of indigenous peoples. His monumental project was both a groundbreaking anthropological achievement and a testament to the power of photography as a means of cultural preservation. Despite facing personal and financial hardships, his work culminated in an invaluable historical record that continues to influence our understanding of Native American history and culture.

This book chronicles the groundbreaking work of a visionary doctor and economist who embarked on an ambitious quest to quantify the world's health data. By meticulously gathering and analyzing global health statistics, he aimed to create a comprehensive map of human health that could guide public policy, prioritize medical research and funding, and ultimately save millions of lives. His innovative approach faced skepticism and resistance from the medical establishment but eventually transformed how health issues are approached and understood worldwide, proving the power of data in tackling some of humanity's biggest challenges.