history and criticism

Presents biographical, critical, and bibliographical information on Charles Dickens and "A Tale of Two Cities," with emphasis on thematic and structural analysis of the work, in which significant themes, patterns, and motifs are traced.

Presents resources for studying Cormac McCarthy's "All the Pretty Horses, " including a biographical sketch of the author, a list of characters, a summary and analysis of the novel, and a selection of critical views.

An anthology of critical essays that provide literary analysis and criticism of John Steinbeck's works along with a biography of the literary figure.

A biographical and critical examination of the lives and careers of the Bronte family.

An overview of American literature from colonialism through 1800 that examines the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the time, and provides information on the Puritans, Enlightenment philosophy, the American Revolution, slavery, traditional Native American literature, specific authors, and other related topics.