Alfred Kazin praised the book for its "admirable sensibilities, candid intelligence" and "most moving concern for America itself".
The soprano Anna Renzi, for whom it was written, is often described as the original prima donna; the poet Giulio Strozzi acclaimed her as a singer of "admirable and singular intelligence," whose delivery seemed "not memorized but born at the very moment" — even after she had given a particular role twenty-six times.
The book presented the thesis, in the words of the historian David Levering Lewis, that "black people, suddenly admitted to citizenship in an environment of feral hostility, displayed admirable volition and intelligence as well as the indolence and ignorance inherent in three centuries of bondage".
Polo is still quite raw and tactically naive, but his well tuned instincts, intelligence and admirable spirit all aid mature decision making.
He tells that she was from his home town (Halicarnassus) and particularly admirable for her courage, intelligence, and spirit.
Few also possess admirable attributes such as intelligence and kindness.
Ideally a biography of Orwell would be consistent with its subject's unassuming intelligence, and Jeffrey Meyers's admirable "Orwell: Wintry Conscience of a Generation" is that.
Raheem Sterling, in particular, was excellent, showing admirable commitment, exceptional skill and a cool intelligence way beyond his years.
The Rico character is not portrayed as admirable, and is shown to possess little intelligence.
Avoid making appearance or intelligence as the other persons' admirable qualities; doing so could send the wrong message.
