american literature

Contains ten critical essays on the writings of American author John Steinbeck, and includes a chronology of his life, a bibliography, and an introduction by Harold Bloom.

Traces the life of American Revolutionary patriot Thomas Paine and examines his political development from his writings.

Survey of narratives chronicling the unpredictable encounters between Native Americans and newcomers.

Provides a critical evolution of Native American literature including oral narratives, written literature, recent achievements in fiction, poetry, drama, etc.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of H. L. Mencken.

Examines the life and work of early twentieth-century American author Edna St. Vincent Millay, looking at the experiences that influenced her poetry, analyzing her prose writings, and discussing her feminist activities.

A chronological overview of Arthurian literature.

Provides comprehensive coverage of the writers of the Beat generation, who emphasized experimental techniques, bohemian lifestyles, and rebellious attitudes, and whose writings had a profound effect on the literature and culture of the 1950s and '60s.

Contains biographical and critical essays on the work of important American writers. Presents scholar-signed essays prepared by experts in the field.

Contains biographical and critical essays on the work of important American writers. Presents scholar-signed essays prepared by experts in the field.