23 MARCH 1985, Page 21

Greek history

Sir: Is it not somewhat ridiculous for Hugh Lloyd-Jones (Books, 2 March) to tout the work of his new American bride? If the good professor really believes that Peter Levi's history of Greek literature is any the worse for not making more mention of Mary Lefkowitz, he has taken leave of his formerly acute critical faculties.

John Raish

Alopekis 9, Kolonaki, Athens 139