Feintuch’s research “rich and cogent,” says JFR review
In the Blood
Here’s an excerpt from a review of In the Blood, by Burt Feintuch, published in a recent edition of Journal of Folklore Research.
“Feintuch’s raconteurs are excellent. Their profiles are interesting to read, and they have rich and insightful discussions of life on the island. […] There’s a rich and cogent flow … and careful readers will discover deeper insights into central themes by comparing and contrasting the array of perspectives…. Feintuch also gives a fine overall context to the book, and his clear presentation of historical and social contexts throughout this volume sets the stage for readers to engage in their own dialogue with his conversational partners. As a reader, I felt like the style invited me to be a part of a conversation with Feintuch, Samson, and the twenty-two interviewees.”
Nice words about the book’s images as well: “The imagery beautifully illustrates this volume…”