american literature

First known for his controversial book of poetry, Leaves of Grass, Walt Whitman was thought to be vulgar and immoral. His major themes included the sacredness of the self, the beauty of death, the equality of all people, the love of comrades, and the immortality of the soul.

A collection of eleven critical essays on Hemingway's novel "The Sun Also Rises" arranged in chronological order of publication.

A collection of the most notable writings of Stephen Crane. Includes a chronology.

A collection of writings, including poems, fiction, scenes, songs, and essays, in which girls and women reveal their personal stories and secrets. Includes writing exercises to inspire readers.

An anthology of multi-cultural short fiction, essays, and poetry orginally published in magazines and periodicals during 1999, selected for inclusion by guest editor Edwidge Danticat, with brief biographies of each featured author.