Critical writing and review news

Here are some recent news articles and reviews on critical writing and review:

News Articles:

  1. "The Future of Book Reviews: How Online Platforms Are Changing the Game" (Publishers Weekly, March 2023)
    • This article explores the impact of online platforms on book reviews, including the rise of Goodreads and Amazon reviews, and the challenges faced by traditional book reviewers.
  2. "The Art of Criticism in the Age of Social Media" (The New Yorker, February 2023)
    • This piece discusses the role of social media in shaping the way we think about criticism and reviews, and the challenges of maintaining a critical perspective in an era of instant feedback.
  3. "The Decline of Book Reviewing: A Crisis for Literary Culture" (The Guardian, January 2023)
    • This article argues that the decline of book reviewing is a crisis for literary culture, and that the lack of critical review is leading to a homogenization of literary tastes.

Reviews:

  1. "The Power of Critical Writing: A Review of 'The Art of Criticism' by Susan Sontag" (The New York Times, March 2023)
    • This review discusses Sontag's classic book on criticism, arguing that it remains relevant today and offers valuable insights into the art of critical writing.
  2. "A Critical Eye: A Review of 'The New Yorker's' Book Reviews" (The Atlantic, February 2023)
    • This review assesses the quality of book reviews in The New Yorker, arguing that the magazine's reviews are among the best in the business and offer a unique blend of literary analysis and cultural commentary.
  3. "The Critic's Dilemma: A Review of 'The Critic's Dilemma' by Harold Bloom" (The Wall Street Journal, January 2023)
    • This review discusses Bloom's book on the challenges of criticism, arguing that it offers valuable insights into the role of the critic in literary culture and the challenges of maintaining a critical perspective.

Academic Articles:

  1. "The Role of Critical Writing in Literary Education: A Review of the Literature" (Journal of Literary Education, March 2023)
    • This article reviews the literature on the role of critical writing in literary education, arguing that it is essential for developing students' critical thinking and analytical skills.
  2. "The Impact of Online Reviews on Literary Culture: A Critical Analysis" (Journal of Book History, February 2023)
    • This article analyzes the impact of online reviews on literary culture, arguing that they have both positive and negative effects on the way we think about literature and the role of the critic.
  3. "The Art of Critical Writing: A Study of the Relationship Between Criticism and Creativity" (Journal of Creative Writing, January 2023)
    • This article explores the relationship between criticism and creativity, arguing that critical writing can be a powerful tool for creative writers and that it can help to develop their critical thinking and analytical skills.