Examines the personal life and literary career of the American author of many well known books, including the somewhat controversial title, "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.".
Presents critical essays on William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" and includes a chronology, a bibliography, and an introduction by critic Harold Bloom.
Contains twelve critical analyses of Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn;" and includes an introduction by Harold Bloom and a chronology of the author's life.
A guide to reading and understanding "Lord of the Flies," featuring a biographical sketch of author William Golding, a list of characters, a summary and analysis of the novel, and a selection of critical views.
Collects twenty essays on William Golding's "Lord of the Flies, " covering biographical information about the author, themes of violence within the work as they relate to society and psychology, and perspectives linked to the War on Terror and other modern social issues.
A collection of essays that offer analysis and opinion about "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, " looking at the form, themes, techniques, and conventions of the 1885 novel, and including biographical information about its author, Mark Twain.
Presents a study guide to Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" and includes biographical information on the author, a list of characters, a summary, and a series of critical essays.
Contains fifteen essays that examine various aspects of the novel "The Red Pony, " covering major themes, characters, narrative structure and style, and film adaptations; and includes biographical information about author John Steinbeck.