How Fiction Works
by James Wood
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Author: James WoodEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-07-22
ISBN: 0374173400
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
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Book Review: A Literary Critic Who Doesn't Resort to Snobbery
Summary: 4 Stars
I was delighted that James Wood didn't take a condescending attitude about his subject. He doesn't say this is how it should be, but this is how it is and here is why. At first I didn't understand what the hell he was talking about, but somewhere during the second essay I adjusted to his style, became acclimated if you will, and I ended up getting a lot out of it. His examination of language in fiction was my favorite part.
I recommend this for anyone who appreciates an analytical approach to writing technique. This is not a how-to, however. Rather, it is more of a commentary.
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