How to Read and Why

by Harold Bloom

In How to Read and Why, renowned literary critic Harold Bloom explores the purpose of reading and its role in shaping our individuality. He offers a diverse reading list that includes both famous and lesser-known works, encouraging readers to delve deeply into literature to enrich their lives. This essential book is practical, inspirational, and insightful, demonstrating how close reading and re-reading great literature can enhance every aspect of our existence.

As described on the back cover:

"Practical, inspirational and learned, How to Read and Why reveals that the close reading and re-reading of great literature can sustain, enrich and strengthen every aspect of our own lives."

Bloom's work has been praised for its profound insights:

"It would be possible to fill a review of Bloom's work with his own phrases, so prodigal is he of insight . . . he is never less than memorable." — The Times

"If you want a survey course of the best reading around, start here." — Sunday Herald

This edition is published by Fourth Estate and features a cover design by Gray318.

Book details:

Title: How to read and why

Author: Harold Bloom

Condition: Very Good. (Creased spine, minor)

Binding: Paperback 

Publisher: Fourth Estate

Publication Date: 2001