It's "arrogant" to point out that the guy can't write? Baloney.
One the point of his personal qualities, I am quite skeptical of any author who feels the need to inform the reader of his "courage." Apparently, you are willing to credulously accept his self-characterization on faith.
He's a self-involved blowhard with an excess of confidence and a shortage of talent. He reminds me of a certain head of state that our country was unfortunate enough to have had a few years back.
Go to hell!
Your excessive stylistic concerns are effete and comical.