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5) Mark Twain
Series
Language
English
Description
This book presents biographical, critical, and bibliographical information on Mark Twain's best-known short stories, including "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County," "The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg," "Facts Concerning the Recent Carnival of Crime in Connecticut," and others.
Language
English
Description
This volume is designed to present biographical, critical, and bibliographical information on the playwright's best-known or most important works. Following the editor's note and introduction are a detailed biography of the author, discussing major life events and important literary accomplishments. A plot summary of each play follows, tracing significant themes, patterns, and motifs in the work.
7) Alice Walker
Language
English
Description
Gathers critical essays representing literary discussions about Alice Walker and her work, including essays on some of her specific works, her achievements in the field of literature, and her treatment of gender, class, and race themes.
8) Maya Angelou
Language
English
Description
Contains twelve essays in which the authors provide critical perspectives on the works of twentieth-century American writer Maya Angelou, and includes a chronology, notes on the contributors, and a bibliography.
10) Arthur Miller
Language
English
Description
A research and study guide for three plays by Arthur Miller includes plot summaries, lists of characters, and critical views.
12) Charles Dickens
Language
English
Description
A collection of critical essays on Dickens and his works.
16) Franz Kafka
Language
English
Description
A collection of critical essays on Kafka and his work arranged in chronological order of publication.
18) Stephen King
Language
English
Description
A collection of critical essays discussing the work of the prolific horror writer Stephen King.
19) James Baldwin
Language
English
Description
A collection of critical essays on Baldwin and his works. Also includes a chronology of events in the author's life.
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