A witty and insightful collection of essays and reviews by one of the most prominent literary critics of the mid-20th century. Ranging from Shakespeare to Hemingway, from Joyce to Faulkner, from Eliot to Pound, these pieces offer a fresh and erudite perspective on some of the greatest works of literature and the enduring debates that surround them. With a keen eye for detail and a sharp sense of humour, Tall engages both the mind and the soul of the reader, providing a delightful and enriching reading experience. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.