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Lance Morrow Fishing in the Tiber: Essays
New York Henry Holt & Co 0805006354 / 9780805006353 First Edition/first Printing Hardcover/Ex-Library Good
0805006354 0805006354 Good-/Good- npd., c. 1988, creme/white bds. w/d.j., 289pp., (shelf wear, corners bumped, page ends lt.soiled, some pages creased to corners, some crinkling and half moons from page turning, lt.soiling to a few pages, binding good, d.j. taped to bds., lt.edge wear, mylar cover, lt.soiled, rubbed).From Library JournalIn this compilation of essays written for Time over the past ten years, Morrow comments on art, politics, famous people, and contemporary events, weaving a social history of America since World War II. His essays on the thorny moral issues of the day are infused with intellect and sensitivity; his meditations on current trends such as the personal ads are witty and insightful. Morrow writes engagingly, displaying a firm command of history and the English language. His artful prose is punctuated with relevant quotes from historians, politicians, and poets. The only enhancement would be inclusion of dates for the essays to add perspective, as many topics remain current. Nonetheless, this book is a veritable feast, entertaining and thought provoking. Highly recommended.Kimberly G. Allen, Georgetown Univ.
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