"Betraying the Nobel describes in detail the fallacies of past selections. This is an excellent book.” (Michael Nobel, from the Foreword )
“Impressive. Filled with extensive research and insights. Turrettini’s style is clear and readable and the analysis is targeted and supported. A compelling, frightening, and worthy read.” (The Huffington Post praise for The Mystery of the Lone Wolf Killer)
“The author's argument has wide application. An urgent but evenhanded treatise that deserves a wide readership.” (Kirkus Reviews )
Turrettini had written a brilliant, illuminating story that delves into the history of the Nobel Peace Prize to reveal how corruption and media attention have reduced one of the most prestigious honors into little more than a popularity contest. If there's one book to read this year, it's Betraying the Nobel. (Samina Ali, author of Madras on Rainy Days and curator of “Muslima” )
"Winning the Nobel Peace Prize brings instant global acclaim. It is surely the world's most prestigious award. But in Betraying the Nobel, Norweigian author Unni Turrettini goes beyond headlines and cliches to reveal a deeper and more troubling story of how a handful of politicians in one country decide who will be honored with the Prize. Turrettini's book is a tour de force of investigative research, subtle analysis and balanced reporting. It is essential reading for any citizen who wants to understand global politics--and should be assigned for study in foreign ministries and universities around the world." (Ambassador Derek Shearer (former US ambassador to Finland), Chevalier Professor of Diplomacy and Director of the McKinnon Center for Global Affairs, Occidental College )
The author, who is unafraid to point out the shortcomings of many of her subjects, admits that Nobel left significant flexibility for interpretation: The prize should go “to the person who shall have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses. 221; In addition to examining some of the “tarnished” reputations involved with the prize, the author also explores the inherent sexism in the process... (Kirkus Review Clippings)
