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How to Read and Why Harold Bloom 2001 Trade Paperback

Fred's Relics
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Very Good
A book that has been read and does not look new, but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the book cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. Some identifying marks on the inside cover, but this is minimal. Very little wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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ISBN
9780684859071

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Scribner
ISBN-10
0684859076
ISBN-13
9780684859071
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1875461

Product Key Features

Book Title
How to Read and Why
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Reference, General, Modern / General, Books & Reading
Publication Year
2001
Illustrator
Yes
Features
Reprint
Genre
Literary Criticism
Author
Harold Bloom
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
8.3 Oz
Item Length
8.4 in
Item Width
5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2001-049374
Dewey Edition
21
Reviews
John Sutherland The Washington Post Book World Harold Bloom is one of the great literary critics of his time... How to Read and Why is...the testament of a veteran., Michael Pakenham The Baltimore Sun Superb...A wonderful, entertaining book...extraordinarily wise, nourishing, and beautiful., Michael PakenhamThe Baltimore SunSuperb...A wonderful, entertaining book...extraordinarily wise, nourishing, and beautiful., John Banville The Irish Times Bloom is one of the last...of his kind...one of the greatest educators of our time...Wonderful...Bloom writes with passion of those writers whom he loves, and whose work for him affirms life., John SutherlandThe Washington Post Book WorldHarold Bloom is one of the great literary critics of his time...How to Read and Why is...the testament of a veteran., John SutherlandThe Washington Post Book WorldHarold Bloom is one of the great literary critics of his time...How to Read and Whyis...the testament of a veteran., John BanvilleThe Irish TimesBloom is one of the last...of his kind...one of the greatest educators of our time...Wonderful...Bloom writes with passion of those writers whom he loves, and whose work for him affirms life.
Dewey Decimal
801/.9
Edition Description
Reprint
Synopsis
Information is endlessly available to us; where shall wisdom be found?" is the crucial question with which renowned literary critic Harold Bloom begins this impassioned book on the pleasures and benefits of reading well. For more than forty years, Bloom has transformed college students into lifelong readers with his unrivaled love for literature. Now, at a time when faster and easier electronic media threatens to eclipse the practice of reading, Bloom draws on his experience as critic, teacher, and prolific reader to plumb the great books for their sustaining wisdom. Shedding all polemic, Bloom addresses the solitary reader, who, he urges, should read for the purest of all reasons: to discover and augment the self. His ultimate faith in the restorative power of literature resonates on every page of this infinitely rewarding and important book., Information is endlessly available to us; where shall wisdom be found?" is the crucial question with which renowned literary critic Harold Bloom begins this impassioned book on the pleasures and benefits of reading well. For more than forty years, Bloom has transformed college students into lifelong readers with his unrivaled love for literature. Now, at a time when faster and easier electronic media threatens to eclipse the practice of reading, Bloom draws on his experience as critic, teacher, and prolific reader to plumb the great books for their sustaining wisdom.Shedding all polemic, Bloom addresses the solitary reader, who, he urges, should read for the purest of all reasons: to discover and augment the self. His ultimate faith in the restorative power of literature resonates on every page of this infinitely rewarding and important book.
LC Classification Number
PN83.B57 2001

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  • 7***7 (1474)- Feedback left by buyer.
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    This item was exactly as described, and the seller sent it carefully packaged to ensure it arrived in exactly the condition listed. It was shipped promply, and it arrived in great shape, and was a fantastic value, and I would absolutely buy from this seller again. The appearance was just like I expected, and it was fantastic. 5 Stars across the board.
  • 6***9 (96)- Feedback left by buyer.
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    Buyer beware! I bought a tpb from this seller that was listed as brand new at an amazing price with free shipping so I was stoked! Then the item arrived..As a collector, condition means a lot esp when I’m sold brand new. For a collectable, this was the worst packaging I’ve come across in awhile. The entire book was bent, forming a U shape. Besides that, the front and back cover are creased in several places. Asked for a return and sent photos, got offered a dollar refund instead. SHOP ELSEWHERE
    Reply from: fredsrelics- Feedback replied to by seller fredsrelics.- Feedback replied to by seller fredsrelics.
    Thanks for sharing your experience. Your book was shipped in protective cardboard, in the condition described in the listing. As you said in your request, you were not able to provide images that showed any damage. The images you later shared in the feedback were not provided in the refund request and may be a result of damage after receipt. That all said, YOU RECEIVED A FULL REFUND. Not sure why you are so upset but I wish you the best in your future eBay experiences. Have a great day!
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    Loaned this book out to a friend many years ago and was never returned to me, glad to have a copy again! Fred's Relics came through for me with flying colors. Loved the price and arrived in condition as described and in a timely manner. Also glad to see this seller reuse packing materials already on hand rather than unnecessarily spend money on "new" packaging. Would definitely recommend buying from Fred's Relics!

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  • Compelling maybe misleading title

    Copy was yellow and old looking. Blooms writing introduced the book was very helpful. However the book wasn't as instructive as I expected.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

  • I think everyone needs to read this book, that should be in bold print across this book.

    I am so happy to find these books that teach the "real" way to learn. I don't know what happened to our educational system, but I am not going down that sink hole. I am getting all the old educational books I can and refreshing my think. Thanks.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: second.sale

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    It's a very good book as a valuable gift for a boy.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: bookoutlet_canada