Scott
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Dave Schaafsma:
Hi David, love your reviews. I recently read Calypso, and the recurring thought I had was that he reminded me of Orwell and Steinbeck's non-fiction. Clearly, Sedaris is going all out with observational humor, but the same thing is a hallmark of both Orwell and Steinbeck's flavor. Am I off base on this?
Dave Schaafsma
Sorry for the delay in my response, Scott. Just happened to see it now. I think there is a warmth and humor and informality in all of these writers. They are all unpretentious, they don't use big words or try to impress. They seem like they are talking to you. Very accessible. So some English professors think they are not great writers because they are so straightforward, but there is no question they are all three of them great writers.
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Captain Curmudgeon
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Dave Schaafsma:
Thank you, David. I feel Cormac McCarthy is currently the greatest writer alive (though Tom Wolfe is quite good). I find a lot of the post-modern authors works exhaustive, talent-less, and boring. Regurgitating cliches. I think the sincere works with little to no irony is refreshing that Cormac delivers. Any other authors you suggest?
H (no longer expecting notifications) Balikov
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Dave Schaafsma:
You have some unique insights into issues in the USA's multi-racial urban society. You liked my review of Policing the Black Man. Would you consider adding your thoughts to the review's comments or otherwise expressing them? H Balikov
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