american novelists

Biography of American novelist Ayn Rand covering her career and personal life.

The story of an American artist who flees scandal, bitterness, and despair as he journeys from his family home in a small Southern town to the gaudy capitals of prewar Europe.

A memoir in which the author recalls her childhood, her training to become a concert pianist, and the mysterious muscle disorder that forced her to abandon that plan and turn instead to writing, and discusses what she has learned about life and faith from her experiences.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of the life and work of author Ernest Hemingway, including plot summaries for each of his novels, short stories, plays, and non-fiction writings; and biographical data on Hemingway, his family, friends, and circle of writers.

Profiles the life and career of Suzanne Collins, a prominent newsmaker. Through quotes from Suzanne Collins herself, her friends, and critics, readers learn how she views herself, as well as how others regard her.

Describes the events surrounding Melville's life and provides a detailed analysis of his major works including Typee, Omoo, White-jacket, Billy Budd, and his masterpiece, Moby-Dick.

Collects critical essays on the life, influences, and works of Willa Cather, including selections by Melissa Ryan, David Stouck, Susan J. Rosowski, Nicholas Birns, and others.

Chronicles the life of American writer Upton Sinclair, exploring his contentious public career and his troubled private life and the influence both had on his work.

Sketches of the author's early life in Paris in the twenties provide nostalgic reminiscences of his first marriage and the discipline of developing his own literary craft.