Thomas J. Tierney and Joel L. Fleishman
New York: Public Affairs, April 2011. 257pp. Hardcover. ISBN 978-1-58648-895-6. £12.99 www.publicaffairsbooks.com

 This modestly priced hardback book is co-written by one of the sharpest and smartest minds in the philanthropic world. Joel Fleishman’s previous book on American foundations  was a tour de force and his latest contribution is equally essential reading. Provocatively arguing that contemporary philanthropy is characterized by under-performance, the authors draw on research and experience to suggest a results-driven approach based on personal reflection by the donor about what they hope to achieve through their giving. A full review of this book will appear in the next edition of the magazine.