A collection of critical essays which analyze E.L. Doctorow's controversial novel "Ragtime" discussing why there was such a negative backlash to the story, what its major themes and ideas are, and how the story revolves around the use of illusions.
A guide to reading and understanding "Ragtime," featuring a biographical sketch of author E. L. Doctorow, a list of characters, a summary and analysis of the novel, and a selection of critical views.
