`Beresford's style resembles the action of a veteran wrist-spinner. His technique looks loose, even effortless. His sentences drift along genially for a while, then suddenly bite the pitch and turn...He isn't merely smart by Hollywood standards. He is smart by any standard...In a world rife with philistines, he demonstrates that the best revenge is laughter, and living and working well.' * Australian * `Beresford writes with skill and insight, humour.' * Otago Daily Times * `This quirky collection of occasional writings from 2007 to 2017 paints a picture of a modest man with a curious mind...Beresford retains a wry sense of humour and an enjoyable willingness to share candid and unflattering details.' * Big Issue * `A collection of warm, droll and often frank personal essays...An honest and reflective book.' * AU Review * `[Beresford's essays] are mostly full of dry-as-sand humour and affection for friends, peers and his late father.' * North & South *