The earthquake in Haiti is forcing me to write a long-delayed book (as yet untitled) about my longstanding relationship to Haiti, the episodes in recent history that I’ve witnessed in that country since 1982, and the significance to all of us of Haitian history and experience. I visited Haiti most recently in 2004 and plan to travel there again in 2010. The book will also include conversations with eyewitnesses and early responders to the earthquake, including (but certainly not limited to) Pakistani-American physicians and Todd Shea of CDRS Pakistan. As with Overtaken By Events, pre-purchasing the Haiti book for US$25 including shipping will defray the travel and other costs I will incur in bringing it to publication.