1880-1964

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.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Sean O'Casey.

An acclaimed military historian presents this powerful history of four World War II military leaders--Douglas MacArthur, George Patton, George Marshall and Dwight "Ike" Eisenhower--who exhibited unparalleled military leadership that led the U.S. victoriously through two World Wars.

A biography of George S. Patton, Douglas, MacArthur, and George C. Marshall on their roles in winning World War II.

A biography of controversial general Douglas MacArthur, providing information about his life and military career.

From master storyteller and historian H. W. Brands comes the riveting story of how President Harry Truman and General Douglas MacArthur squared off to decide America's future in the aftermath of World War II.

Personal letters help profile the lives and careers of Langston Hughes and Carl Van Vechten, and recount the unique friendship the two men had with one another.

History of the assault on New Guinea and the surrounding islands and its role in the overall war with Japan.