Plausible Prejudices

By Jason Epstein,

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In this collection of essays, the author of "The Middle of My Tether" considers the various influences upon writing in the recent past that have systematically lessened its glory

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An aspect of contemporary criticism I deeply despise is the inability of critics to take independent views of their subjects and be misled by matters like publicity and awards. Criticism is good for the arts but not necessarily for commercial interests and my own approach has been to provoke, even at the risk of becoming unpopular.

Epstein is a less-known writer and critic (in relation to the others) but he is witty and audacious in critiquing the most celebrated writers. The title of his book is provocative since it suggests that prejudices are natural but wanted as long as they…

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