Book · 2017 · American Reportage literature
The Rub of Time
Bellow, Nabokov, Hitchens, Travolta, Trump. Essays and Reportage, 1994-2016
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AO Scott joins us now to talk about Martin amos' new book it's called the rub of time Bellow.
Why people recommend it
The Rub of Time: Catching Up With Himself by Martin Amis is a wide-ranging collection of essays, literary criticism, and cultural commentary by the acclaimed British author, covering topics from politics and literature to notable public figures. On an episode of The Book Review, critic Dwight Garner discussed the book, drawing special attention to its unexpectedly eclectic subtitle, which surprisingly includes a reference to actor John Travolta. In the same podcast segment, host Pamela Paul also engaged with the collection, welcoming guest A.O. Scott to the program to talk about Martin Amis's new book and explore its insightful literary perspectives. The discussions highlighted the author's sharp intellect, stylistic flair, and idiosyncratic approach to cultural critique, cementing the collection as a noteworthy entry in the late writer's bibliography. Through these reviews, the podcast presented the book as an engaging, intellectually stimulating read that showcases Amis's unique voice across various subjects, offering listeners a compelling entry point into his extensive body of critical work and cultural observations.
Every mention
Dwight Garner I have to give the full title of Martin amos's book because the subtitle is so sort of weirdly unexpected i… 1
“I have to give the full title of Martin amos's book because the subtitle is so sort of weirdly unexpected in its way in that it includes John Travolta”
Pamela Paul AO Scott joins us now to talk about Martin amos' new book it's called the rub of time Bellow 1
“AO Scott joins us now to talk about Martin amos' new book it's called the rub of time Bellow”
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“AO Scott reviewed this week in the book review Martin amos's new non-fiction collection called the rub of time”