Books Quote by Michiko Kakutani
“Indeed, 'The Second Plane' is such a weak, risible, and often objectionable volume that the reader finishes it convinced that Mr. Amis should stick to writing fiction and literary criticism, as he's thoroughly discredited himself with these essays as any sort of political or social commentator.”
About This Quote
Source Review: New York Times Book Review, 2005
The book is so poorly written and biased that it damages the author's credibility as a commentator.
In simple terms: The book harms the author's reputation.
Key Takeaway
Avoid writing outside your expertise.
Themes
literary criticism
politics
credibility
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic publishing
- public commentary
- media analysis
Key Concepts
bias
expertise
reputation
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would make the critique more convincing?
- How does authorial bias affect trust?
A Different Perspective
The author may have intended to provoke, but the execution undermines the argument.
