*****A Dance to the Music of Time, 2nd Movement by Anthony Powell

Powell’s comic magnum opus is beautifully  illustrated with reflective passages that weave back and forth through time effortlessly.  In short, Dance is a meditative social history which depicts the rhythm of life. It is an understated work that sometimes feels tedious, yet is often hilarious and quietly infectious.  Patience is required when reading Powell, but his literary prowess is an apt reward.