Arthur C. Brooks

Professor, Author

American Seattle, Washington, United States

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessor, Author
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth21/05/1964
Age62 years
BirthplaceSeattle, Washington, United States

Latest News about Arthur C. Brooks

24/09/2025

Arthur Brooks received the Deseret News Civic Charity Award at the Deseret News 175th anniversary gala. The award recognized his public contributions and civic engagement, and the event highlighted his work as a Harvard professor and bestselling author.

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Bio/Wiki

Arthur Charles Brooks is an American social scientist, academic, and author known for his work on happiness, economics, and politics. He is also a professional hornist (French horn player).

Career

Current Positions
  • Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership, Harvard Kennedy School
  • Professor of Management Practice, Harvard Business School
Past PositionsPresident, American Enterprise Institute (2009-2019)
ColumnistThe Atlantic (How to Build a Life)
Books
  • Build the Life You Want (2023, with Oprah Winfrey)
  • From Strength to Strength (2022)
  • Love Your Enemies (2019)
  • The Conservative Heart (2015)
  • The Road to Freedom (2012)
  • The Happiness Files (2025)
Total Books15
Other Roles
  • Contributing Opinion Writer, The Washington Post
  • Professional Hornist

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Brooks is a professional French horn player and has performed with orchestras.
2. He researches the intersection between culture, economics, and politics.
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