Brian Willis's Reviews > Super-Infinite: The Transformations of John Donne

I enjoyed this swiftly moving book about the life of John Donne, an alternate approach to biography of the cradle-to-grave accumulation of data that sometimes drags down larger attempts. It is written with wit and verve, and a sensitiveness to Donne's preoccupations and foibles - essentially a modern day style that mirrors Donne's thematic concerns.

Donne might be the second best poet ever after Shakespeare but he clearly equaled Shakespeare in the depth of his commentary on human existence. This would be a superb book for those seeking a pain free introduction to Donne, but also a pleasure for the long term fan. While I wasn't completely bowled over (hence four not five stars), it is a solid addition to the Renaissance library of enthusiastic readers.