Date of Review:

09/10/1998

Published Work:

Reviewer:

Christopher Lehmann-Haupt

Source:

The New York Times

Review Excerpt:

In his novel, Mr. Canin illuminates both these realms, those of metaphor and literalness. Surprisingly in a world where tongues are eloquent, what the heart can grasp prevails.

For Kings and Planets leaves you wounded and healed.

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