(william somerset)

Provides critical overviews of the most-studied plays of all time periods, nations, and cultures. Includes discussions of themes, characters, critical reception, dramatic devices and traditions as well as cultural and historical context.

Presents vital information on the most-studied short stories at the high school and early-college levels. Each entry contains author biography, plot summary, characters, themes, style, historical context, critical overview, and criticism.

Provides an in-depth critical introduction to the short stories of W. Somerset Maugham. Includes a detailed analyses of every significant story, biographical information, a chronology of the artist's life and works, and a representative selection of critical responses.

Provides in-depth analysis of the literary work Of Human Bondage, as well as its importance and critical reception. Includes a chronology of the life and works of the author.

A profusely illustrated biography of one of the most widely read English authors.

A history and criticism of the works of the English author, William Somerset Maugham.