ellison, ralph

Traces the influence of folklore, mythology, and oral tradition on Ellison's writings amid the contradictory forces of American culture and history.

Gathers together eleven representative essays on the literary achievements of the novelist Ralph Ellison.

Discusses the influence, historical context, and critical reception of Ellison's novel. Includes a chronology, bibliography, and index.

Explores race in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man a work of literature through the lens of the major social issue reflected in it, and features carefully-selected content representing a variety of perspectives.

A study guide for Ralph Ellison's "Invisible Man" that offers biographical information on the author, a summary and analysis, a list of characters, and a selection of critical views.

Profiles twentieth-century African-American writer Ralph Ellison, presenting a biography, a chronology, primary and secondary bibliographies, and critical essays on his works.

Presents a brief biography of author Ralph Ellison, providing information on his childhood, his education, and his achievements in literature.