Mark Anderson's review of The Swerve: How the World Became Modern

Mark Anderson reviewed The Swerve: How the World Became Modern by Stephen Greenblatt

Stephen Greenblatt: The Swerve: How the World Became Modern (2011)

One of the world's most celebrated scholars, Stephen Greenblatt has crafted both an innovative work …

Review of 'The Swerve: How the World Became Modern' on 'Goodreads'

3 stars

Greenblatt possibly oversells the plotline of his historical thriller, but regardless, the narrative he weaves is well-written prose and the historical background interesting. It made me want to read more about Epicurus.