In his latest book, Holland - whose scholarship cannot be denied - has rather overdone his 'popularisation' mode. A conscious, needlessly baroque prose - interspersed with trendy expressions - is not conducive to greater understanding or by his highlighting of the more sensational aspects. Undeniably valuable in its overview, this could have been done better in less space. More Hollywood than Academe, shall we say, which was probably the object. Still, as entertainment, a good read.
(Kathie Somerwil Ayrton - bwl 78 Autumn 2015 ) |
