James Wood is a highly influential literary critic and essayist, known for his sharp, often provocative, analyses of contemporary fiction. He is a staff writer at *The New Yorker* and has previously served as the senior editor of *The New Republic*. Wood is celebrated for his eloquent prose, his deep understanding of literary history, and his commitment to exploring the moral and aesthetic dimensions of literature. His essays, collected in books like *The Broken Estate* and *How Fiction Works*, are widely read and debated, shaping conversations about the craft and purpose of storytelling.
