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Book SynopsisBuilding on his enormously successful series of Philosophers in 90 Minutes, Paul Strathern now applies his witty and incisive prose to brief biographical studies of the world's great writers. He brings their lives and ideas to life in entertaining and accessible fashion. Far from being a novelty, each book is a highly refined appraisal of the writer and his work, authoritative and clearly presented.
Trade ReviewWell-written, clear and informed, they have a breezy wit about them...I find them hard to stop reading. -- Richard Bernstein * The New York Times *
These [books] have changed my life - and...will infuriate...everyone I talk to for the rest of the year. -- A. A. Gill * Sunday Times, (London) *
[Strathern] offers insights on great authors so you can understand and enjoy them. Brainy! * Birmingham News *
Strathern...offers concise and cogent commentary on every page...comparable to attending the lecture of a noted professor. * Kliatt *
It furnishes a quick way for general readers to familiarize themselves with writers they wish to read or re-read. -- Brian J. Buchanan * Tennessean *
