“A work of literary criticism that is so compact, sensible, and reassuring.” — American Literature
“One of the most engaging one-volume studies of Faulkner to have appeared.” — American Historical Review
“(Singal’s) work is a significant step forward in Faulkner criticism because of its clarity and good sense.”Georgia Historical Quarterly
“Singal’s brilliant analyses work because his theoretical approach only heightens his reading of the individual novels. Instead of standing in the way, his understanding of the cultural forces that competed within Faulkner help to unlock the novels.” — Magill’s Literary Annual
“This excellent book . . . convincingly demonstrates [that] Faulkner’s best writing conveyed such a powerful sense of tension and complexity precisely because, even as a Modernist literary giant, he never abandoned 'the self he had evolved to live in the world of rural Mississippi.'” — Journal of Southern History
“[Singal’s] explications are both seamlessly written and stingingly original. It is abundantly clear that he has devoted a lifetime to thinking about Faulkner’s work, and the study he has produced can lay claim to being one of the most engaging one-volume studies of Faulkner to have appeared.” — American Historical Review
“The book’s effectiveness resides in Singal’s sensitive gift for literary analysis. . . . William Faulkner: The Making of a Modernist will have a permanent impact on Faulkner studies. . . . Singal’s commentary will last a long time, maybe a very long time, as well.” — Journal of American History
“Demonstrates an impressive amount of reading about and understanding of Faulkner’s works. . . . I recommend it for both the general reader and the Faulkner scholar.” — Faulkner Newsletter and Yoknapatawpha Review
“A useful and insightful addition to Faulkner criticism. . . . Written in an approachable style without sacrifice of the rigor of thorough research.” — CHOICE
“Singal provides a striking perspective on Faulkner, offering a welcome exploration of the structure and nature of his thought.” — Charles Reagan Wilson, Washington Times
