Overview :Who invented the personal essay? That is hard to say. The ancient Roman philosopher and cynical power broker, Seneca? The 16th century Frenc... Read More
Overview :Joseph Epstein's Fred Astaire investigates the great dancer's magical talent, taking up the story of his life, his personality, his work hab... Read More
Overview :Who is the greatest living essayist writing in English? Unquestionably Joseph Epstein. Epstein is penetrating. He is witty. He has a magic t... Read More
Overview :Gossip is no trivial matter; despite its reputation, Epstein argues, it is an eternal and necessary human enterprise. Proving that he himsel... Read More
Overview :Is it possible to have too many friends? Is your spouse supposed to be your best friend? How far should you go to help a friend in need? And... Read More
Overview :In Fabulous Small Jews, the best-selling author Joseph Epstein has produced eighteen charming, magical, and finely detailed stories. They ar... Read More
Overview :The estimable Joseph Epstein--essayist, past editor of The American Scholar, and recipient of the 2003 National Humanities Medal along with ... Read More
Overview :Who is the greatest living essayist writing in English? Joseph Epstein would surely be at the top of anybody's list. Epstein is penetrating.... Read More
Overview :In this collection, his twenty-fifth book, Joseph Epstein departs from writing about literature and culture to indulge his fondness for the ... Read More
Overview :Who is the greatest living essayist writing in English? Joseph Epstein would surely be at the top of anybody's list. Epstein is penetrating.... Read More