You have to admire the ambition of any writer willing to blend the histories, religions, philosophies, and sciences of the twentieth century in a single, short novel.
Doctorow tackles these "big questions" with his usual assortment of fictional and non-fictional characters,
…more together giving the reader, not just the ponderings of a great American writer, but an insight into the writing process as well.
City of God is a wonderful work of art, experienced through many literary angles. (less)