George Scialabba in DC: My Thoughts

I was asked by George Scialabba to make some introductory remarks at his Washington D.C. appearance at Busboys & Poets. He was in town to celebrate the release of his collection, What Are Intellectuals Good For?Here is what I wrote....* * * * * * *I am delighted to be here tonight to introduce George Scialabba.His latest book, What Are Intellectuals Good For?, has excited intense critical