naturalism in literature

A study of the fiction of Stephen King which explores the the various influences from the literary tradition upon his work, from his use of Gothic tropes and themes, through his incorporation of myth and fairy tales, to the elements of the naturalist tradition found in his work.

Contains biographies, critical analyses, summaries of stories, and bibliographies for 46 authors.

Contains fifteen critical essays in which the authors examine specific writers and works that define the literary period known as American naturalism. Includes a chronology and introduction.

An anthology of critical essays that provide literary analysis and criticism of John Steinbeck's works along with a biography of the literary figure.

Presents an overview of the literary movement known as American realism, and features fifteen critical articles that offer a definition of realism, and discuss the rise of naturalism, class, race, and gender in American realism; national character in American realism; and realism after 1914.