war stories, american

Presents a critical reading of the novels of writer Tim O'Brien, including a discussion of each of his books along with brief biographical information.

Provides information on the life of author Tom Clancy, discussing the development of his literary style, and analyzes each of his eight novels, beginning with "The Hunt for Red October, " written in 1984.

An in-depth study guide to American author Ernest Hemingway's novel "A Farewell to Arms" that provides a brief Hemingway biography, a plot summary, a textual history, a bibliographical essay, and discussion of the work's contexts, themes, issues, characters, language, style, and reception.

Includes an interview with the author, a collection of his essays, and a complete concordance.

Contains a collection of four short stories by Louisa May Alcott based upon her experiences both as a volunteer nurse during the Civil War and in her private life.

Presents critical essays on Joseph Heller's "Catch-22" and includes a chronology, a bibliography, and an introduction by critic Harold Bloom.

Stories written by American and Vietnamese authors, exploring the aftermath of the Vietnam War.