1931-

A selection of criticism-arranged in chronological order of publication, devoted to the fiction of John le Carr?e.

"This dramatic memoir recounts one woman's experience living in tuberculosis sanatoriums where she underwent many treatments for the disease and was finally released when she was 14. Despite her disablement, she went on to marry and have three children, work as a microbiologist, perform as a comedienne, and serve as an advocate for minority groups"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of critical essays which analyze E.L. Doctorow's controversial novel "Ragtime" discussing why there was such a negative backlash to the story, what its major themes and ideas are, and how the story revolves around the use of illusions.

Examines the events in the Soviet Union during the time of Gorbachev and Yeltsin, including the failed coup of 1991 and the collapse of the Union itself.