Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life

The book "Excellent Sheep: The Miseducation of the American Elite and the Way to a Meaningful Life" by William Deresiewicz, published in 2014, sheds light on the crisis of American elite universities, known as the Ivy League, and the general problems of the elite education system. The author examines how values, vocation, and thirst for knowledge have been replaced by credit accumulation and ignorance starting from elementary school.

Deresiewicz proposes a return to performance-based, meritocratic education as the solution. The book builds upon the author's personal stories and analyses, making it not only enjoyable but also accessible to non-higher education professionals.

The work highlights the issues of the American elite education system and encourages considerations that may be important for education and life values. It could serve as a valuable contribution to those involved in educational policy and reform of elite educational institutions, as well as anyone interested in modern educational systems and life values.