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Offers an overview of more than forty of William Shakespeare's most notable works and provides information on the era he lived in.

Presents biographical information about author Shirley Jackson, and provides analyses of three of her short stories, each with a plot summary, list of characters, and a selection of critical commentary.

A guide to Shakespeare's life and work, with plot summaries, discussions of play productions over the centuries, and other special features.

A-to-Z encyclopedia of information, interpretation, and analysis of Anne Rice's saga of the Mayfair witches, played out in her novels, "The Witching Hour," "Lasher," and "Taltos.".

Features photographs, credits, and synopses of film, television, and other media adaptations of the novels and short stories of Stephen King, and includes information about King's appearances, as well as reports on future projects.

A guide to reading and understanding William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" that includes a plot summary, character listing, and explanation of key themes and ideas.

Presents a critical guide to William Shakespeare's classic play "Twelfth Night, " and contains historical and cultural contexts, themes, analogues, and bibliography.

Includes an interview with the author, a collection of his essays, and a complete concordance.