A writer who has been an editor is another matter, but Deborah Orr was primarily an editor, and when an editor writes it is with a clear, pure flawlessness, a style that is itself stylish, but that does not draw attention to itself. But well may Orr choose her words carefully. For Orr was unusual in the world of the London-centered and -based media. You don’t belong here.’”At this point I should declare an interest: Orr was both my editor, and a friend. But my main grievance with this book is that it did not appear in time for me to tell Deborah what a wonderful, wise and ultimately moving work she has written.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 11, 2020 12:56 UTC