Explains how to use critical theory to analyze the artwork of Andy Warhol, who used bold colors and commonplace subjects in his art, and discusses how examining the influences behind a work of art can lead to a new understanding of the piece and the artist.
Explains how to use critical theory to analyze the music of Paul McCartney and provides overviews of the songs, albums, and musical periods of the musician as well as critiques of each.
Explains how to use critical theory to analyze the films of Quentin Tarantino and provides overviews of movies directed by him as well as critiques of each.
Provides background on the life of British author J. K. Rowling and the influences that shaped her work, features eleven articles that explore political issues as portrayed in her Harry Potter series of novels, and examines politics in the twenty-first century.
A practical resource guide for writing essays on Charles Dickens, with advice for students designed to help them develop their analytical skills and understand Dickens' literary works.
Offers a series of strategies and suggestions for writing essays about author Herman Melville, with instruction on developing writing and comprehension skills.
Provides an introduction to the life and writings of Mark Twain, and features analyses of eleven works, each with information on plot, characters, themes, and literary devices.
Profiles the life of nineteenth-century author Mark Twain, and discusses the controversy over two of his best-known novels--"Tom Sawyer" and "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.".
