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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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disciplined flights of fancy
These are not what one might think of as typical essays; rather, they are disciplined flights of fancy, the work of a nimble and penetrating mind at play. There is humor and wonderful word play, as well as wistfulness and a deeply felt sense of humanity.
Published on August 12, 2003 by B. T. Conway
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Not nearly what "On Aging" was
I have given "On Aging" to a dozen people,and made it mandatory reading in the department that I manage. Saw this one on the shelf at the bookstore and couldn't wait! Well, it's not nearly what "On Aging" is. Was he in a hurry to get something in print? Sorry, I still love the man, but this just isn't up to his standards.
Published on July 6, 2003 by K. Allen
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
disciplined flights of fancy,
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This review is from: Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours (Hardcover)
These are not what one might think of as typical essays; rather, they are disciplined flights of fancy, the work of a nimble and penetrating mind at play. There is humor and wonderful word play, as well as wistfulness and a deeply felt sense of humanity.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Showcase of Rosenblatt's talent - good and not so good,
This review is from: Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours (Hardcover)
One of the most talented and witty writers today, Roger Rosenblatt showcases his talent in this series of short essays (one or two pages average). Some of the pieces are just collections of observations, others are the epitome of the craft of writing. Most of the essays have a deeper meaning hidden within the text that suddenly leaps out at you in the final sentences. Anything Can Happen is highly recommended and many of the essays could easily be used in the scholastic setting for how writing of this style should be done.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not nearly what "On Aging" was,
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This review is from: Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours (Hardcover)
I have given "On Aging" to a dozen people,and made it mandatory reading in the department that I manage. Saw this one on the shelf at the bookstore and couldn't wait! Well, it's not nearly what "On Aging" is. Was he in a hurry to get something in print? Sorry, I still love the man, but this just isn't up to his standards.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not nearly what "On Aging" was,
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This review is from: Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours (Hardcover)
I have given "On Aging" to a dozen people,and made it mandatory reading in the department that I manage. Saw this one on the shelf at the bookstore and couldn't wait! Well, it's not nearly what "On Aging" is. Was he in a hurry to get something in print? Sorry, I still love the man, but this just isn't up to his standards.
0 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Some funny moments but mainly an ego trip,
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This review is from: Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours (Hardcover)
I recommend his much witter book on aging
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Anything Can Happen: Notes on My Inadequate Life and Yours by Roger Rosenblatt (Hardcover - May 1, 2003)
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