criticism and interpretation

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Lillian Hellman.

Provides an analysis of Wilder's ninevolume chronicle of her pioneer childhood.

Contains criticism and interpretations of Wilson's plays.

Bibliography: p. 149-157. A critical study of the short fiction, essays, and only novel of the American author.

Provides a critical introduction to the life of Joyce Carol Oates and the novels she produced in her middle years.

Examines significant theological, philosophical, and other major works of the 17th-century American writer and their critical reception.

Analyzes Updike's narrative art and evaluates his social-cultural significance.

Bibliography: p. 180-186. A critical study of Steinbeck's literary techniques and works.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of John Irving.

Presents an update of an earlier study of John Hersey's fiction and analyzes how The Call (1985) casts new light on his previous writing.