presenting analysis, context, and crticism on commonly studied novels
Stanley, Deborah A
Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.
presenting analysis, context and criticism on commonly studied novels
Napierkowski, Marie Rose
Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.
Provides a general examination of the life of African American author Gloria Naylor and an analysis of her four novels, looking at how Naylor's work has been influenced by her involvement in the Jehovah's Witness religion and the emergence of a new generation of African-American women writers and scholars.
Discusses the life and first five works of African-American author Gloria Naylor whose work often tells stories of women living on the margins of their communities.
Profiles twentieth-century African-American author Gloria Naylor, describing her life and literary heritage, and discussing the novels "The Women of Brewster Place," "Linden Hills," "Mama Day," "Bailey's Cafe," and "The Men of Brewster Place.".
