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Curiosities Of Literature (2008)

by John Sutherland(Favorite Author)

3.3 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

190521197X (ISBN13: 9781905211975)

languge

English

genre

History & Biography

publisher

Random House Business Books

review 1: A Perfect Gift for the Book Lover in your Life!I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I wasn't quite sure that I would, as sometimes I find books about books to be rather dry. However, Sutherland has really done his research and the result is an enjoyable collection of interesting tidbits about some of our most famous authors and books. I found the author's writing style to be both engaging and witty. He doesn't spend too much time on any one item, which makes for both an easy read and a book that you can pick up when you've only got a few minutes, but want something worthwhile to read. I'm surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I would definitely read something else by this author in the future.
review 2: c2008: As the Guardian stated "Clever, offbeat and funny; ... morethe ideal companion for those who take their literature far too seriously - and for those who don't take it seriously enough." A quick read with short chapters so it doesn't read like a dry tome. The author has excellent credentials even though at one point he is less than politically correct about us ordinary readers under the heading "Smart Writers, Dumb readers." Although, I saw through the sarcasm! (I hope!) "One of the heavier crosses authors have to bear is the mass of readers unworthy of them. Sad to have to say it: but true. The 'D'oh!'factor, is ever there." less

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