John McArthur

“McArthur’s poetry is a lyrical experience, unspoiled by vague symbolism or some popular plaintive revolt. Here beauty is not seen in emotional triumph but in emotion itself, as Man gropes eternally for infinite love and compassion, glimpsing it only in the end from the narrow window of his finite life.”

John South, Editor,
MacLean Hunter Publications
Toronto, Ontario.

“John McArthur is a man who has lived life to the full. And it shows in his work. He has talent for surprising us, one never knowing which new twist he will take on a traditional-sounding subject. McArthur’s writing is at times romantic, at times misanthropic, often sensual, sometimes even violent. He touches that bitter-sweet core of our emotions, arousing those long-buried remembrances of love, affection and — yes — even hate."

All That Glitters is a marvelous story of human deception and greed. A great look at early Hollywood and New York stock promoters. Greed and avarice run amok! I really enjoyed reading this book... highly entertaining.

David W. Ross, Author, critic
and formerly member of the 
English faculty of Columbia
University, New York.