adventure stories, english

Provides an introduction to Joseph Conrad and the critical discussions surrounding his work.

Contains alphabetically organized entries on classic and contemporary stories, covering writers ranging from Jules Verne to Edgar Rice Burroughs, characters such as James Bond and The Shadow, and themes and topics such as espionage, Arthurian legend, and science fiction.

Presents the adventures of Mowgli, a boy reared by a pack of wolves and the wild animals of the jungle. Also includes other short stories set in India.

Presents critical essays on William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" and includes a chronology, a bibliography, and an introduction by critic Harold Bloom.