A collection of essays that examine the writings of twentieth-century American author Katherine Anne Porter, including reviews and critical analyses of her fiction and non-fiction works.
Presents a biography of Katherine Anne Porter, author of the novel "Ship of Fools", and chronicles her childhood, her education, and her impact on the American literary scene.
Presents biographical information on twentieth-century American writer Katherine Anne Porter and profiles four of her best-known short stories, providing plot summaries and excerpts of criticism; also includes primary and secondary bibliographies.