SOURCE: “A Dangerous Spark of Life,” in Saturday Review, Vol. XLVII, No. 44, October 31, 1964, p. 54.
In this negative review of The Burnt Ones, Stilwell sharply criticizes the style of White's writing, arguing that many reviewers have overpraised his writing talent and accomplishments.
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