... He can express philosophy in terms of narrative
without prostituting his art; he can suggest an answer without drawing
a moral; with a clearer vision he could stand among the masters in
literary achievement."
CHICAGO TRIBUNE: "Psychologically speaking, it is one of the most
remarkable pieces of fiction ever written.... I do not hesitate to say
that a new novelist of power has appeared upon the scene."
EVENING SUN, New York: "Mr. Powys, master essayist, comes forward
with a first novel which is brilliant in style, absorbing in plot,
deep and thoughtful in its purpose."
PHILADELPHIA PRESS: "It undoubtedly will set a new mark in
literature of the contemporary period.... Mr. Powys' style is the
style of Thomas Hardy."
PHILADELPHIA RECORD: "Every page is a joy, every chapter a fresh
proof of Powys' genius."
N.Y. EVENING POST: "The best novel one reviewer has read in a good
while."
NEW YORK TIMES: "Mr. Powys is evidently a keen observer of life and
responsive to all its phases."
N.Y. TRIBUNE: "A good story well told."
N.Y. HERALD: "Here is a novel worth reading."
THE NATION: "A book of distinctive flavor.
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