domestic drama, american

Provides a critical analysis of the writings of twentieth-century African-American dramatist August Wilson, and includes a chronology, as well as information about the personal experiences that have influenced his work.

Provides a literary analysis of Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun," and features a variety of primary historical documents and commentary that offer insight into the context in which the play was written.

Analyzes the plays "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," "Fences," "Joe Turner's Come and Gone," and "The Piano Lesson" by African-American writer August Wilson, discussing their depiction of the twentieth-century African-American experience.

A guide to studying Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun," featuring an introduction, a profile of the author, background notes, a character list, a summary and analysis, selections from critical essays on the work, and an annotated bibliography.

Presents a biography of American author Lorraine Hansberry, and features a selection of articles that examine the context, themes, characters, and productions of her play, "A Raisin in the Sun.".