“[A] touching work.” – The New York Times
“In his intricate discussion of each great writer, Bloom offers the rich perceptions of a scholar drawing on the whole of a long and thoughtful career.” – Publishers Weekly
“Another work of uncompromised literary analysis, thought, and feeling, from the mind of Bloom: towering, real, invaluable.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Bloom remains engaging enough to make you want to read him, argue with him and learn from him.” – The Washington Post
