In the following essay, Smith, Berkove, and Baker explore Abbott's interest in the writings of John Henry Newman and Bishop Joseph Butler and their theories of analogical and probabilistic reasoning.

In the following essay, Jann argues that Abbott addresses in Flatland the Victorian conflict between spirit and intellect and therefore the contemporary debate over the role of hypothesis in scientific study.

In the following essay, Gilbert examines the themes of novelty and progress in Flatland.

In the following introduction to the 1991 edition of Flatland, Banchoff provides an overview of the novel and discusses its relevance for a contemporary reading audience.

In the following review, the critic finds Flatland amusing and occasionally overly technical.

In the following essay, Peterson surveys the themes of Flatland and its influence on modern students of both mathematics and literature.

In the following introduction to the 1963 edition of Flatland, Garnett discusses thoughts on the fourth dimension illuminated by Abbott's novel.

In the following review, Kanigel praises Abbott's commentary on mathematical theory and social issues in Flatland.

In the following review, Smith discusses the long-lived appeal of Flatland and Thomas Banchoff's introduction to the novel.

In the following review, Morley finds the 1926 reissue of Flatland to be a pleasant read but not “in the stream of serious thought.”