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Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Presents vital information on the most-studied short stories at the high school and early-college levels. Each entry contains author biography, plot summary, characters, themes, style, historical context, critical overview, and criticism.

A collection of essays exploring poverty depicted in John Steinbeck's "The Pearl", with background information about the author, historical and contemporary views on poverty, and a time line of the author's life and work.

Provides study tools on John Steinbeck's "The Pearl," including background on the author, summaries, commentary, literary analysis, and character analyses.

Discusses the concept of poverty as it relates to John Steinbeck's novel, "The Pearl.".

A collection of essays that discuss the main themes that are found in John Steinbeck's novel "The Pearl"; includes biographical information, a chronology of Steinbeck's life, and a discussion of how his work was influenced by society.

A collection of primary documents that provide historical, social, economic, and regional background information about Steinbeck's novellas "Of Mice and Men, " "The Red Pony, " and "The Pearl.".