Escape From The Anthill

by Hubert Butler

‘Opening Hubert Butler's book of essays is like discovering gold. He has all the essayists's a clear, strong prose, a fascination with everyday affairs and their significance sub specie aeternitatis, a readiness to generalize, the ability to digress without wondering from the point, to inform without pedantry and enlighten without condescension, to give us pleasure simply by sharing his thoughts. I have touched only on the provocative riches contained in this excellent book. It will be treasured by those who possess it.' – Hugh Bredin, Fortnight

448 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Suzanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

A collection of essays on the Irish, the Anglo-Irish and Ireland and human nature that bears constant re-reading.