banks, russell

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.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Russell Banks.

A critical study of the life and literary career of American author Russell Banks, analyzing his poetry, collected short fiction, and eight novels; and arguing that Banks is above all a political writer devoted to exposing the truth about life in the modern world.