russian literature

Contains entries that provide information about fifteen novels, each with an introduction to the novel and its author; a plot summary; descriptions of characters; analysis of themes; an explanation of literary techniques and movements; a historical context essay; a look at media adaptations; and reading suggestions.

Contains entries that provide information about twelve novels, each with an author biography, plot summary, character analyses, discussion of themes and style, a historical context essay, a critical overview, a selection of criticism, and suggestions for further reading.

Contains profiles of sixteen novels, each including an introduction to the story and its author, a plot summary, descriptions of characters, analysis of themes and style, discussion of historical context, a critical overview, and other related information.

Contains profiles of sixteen novels, each including an introduction to the story and its author, a plot summary, descriptions of characters, analysis of themes and style, discussion of historical context, a critical overview, and other related information.

Presents biographical, critical, and bibliographical information on Bohemian author Franz Kafka and five of his works, including "The Metamorphosis.".

Includes a brief biography of the writer, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

Presents works by twenty-two Russian poets in side-by-side Russian and English, and also includes several Russian quotations and proverbs about love.