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How could a true bibliophile resist such a title as Haunted by Books? Add the fact that it was written by Mark Valentine and the siren's lure was irresistible. Having recently read Valentine's stellar collection The Nightfarers, I was altogether hypnotized by the prospect. One might say "possessed".But, like all unrealistic expectations, some aspect of anticipated pleasures are bound to disappoint. Thankfully, the disappointments here are few. For example, the chapter on Aickman I found to be a
What a great non-fiction book about (mostly) fiction. It set me on the trail of so many other authors and books from days gone by. Mark Valentine is a walking encyclopedia of authors and books, especially from the first half of the 20th century, and his stories of obscure villages, religious sects and other tasty tidbits of forgotten lore is to be savored.
Overall, simply a book to treasure. The detailed review of this book posted elsewhere under my name is too long or impractical to post here.Above is one of its observations at the time of the review.
My review: Haunted by Books by Mark Valentinehttp://jayrothermel.blogspot.com/2017...
This copy is signed by Mark Valentine.
Haunted by Books is a wonderful treat to read, filled with Valentine’s usual wit and erudite style on a subject he knows more about than anyone else. Most of the authors and works in here were unknown to me when I started reading, but Mark Valentine’s passion makes every chapter interesting. His enthusiasm for the subjects, their books, and their lives are infectious in the best possible manner, and I’ve written down more than one name from this collection that I’ll keep my eyes open for when I’...