history and criticism

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Virginia Hamilton.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Ursula K. Le Guin.

Provides in-depth analysis of the literary work Uncle Tom's Cabin, as well as its importance and critical reception. Includes a chronology of the life and works of the author.

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

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Susan Cooper.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Stephen King.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Stephen King.

Surveys the origins and evolution of science fiction including its social context in England, France, and the U.S. Focuses on key works that mark significant phases of the development of the genre.

Provides a broad overview of the science fiction genre and how it evolved in the twentieth century from dime store novels through the pulp era and into its goldenage. Examines the work, critical reception, and influence of major writers of the genre.

Provides an in-depth critical introduction to the short stories of Samuel Beckett. 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.