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Examines the early life of Irish poet Seamus Heaney as an Ulster Catholic, and discusses the factors that influenced his development as a writer.

A critical guide to the works of Seamus Heaney that covers his prose, poetry, and translations and discusses predominant themes, including aesthetics, politics, language, and more.

Presents a behind-the-scenes look at the stage and film productions of Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire," featuring profiles of directors, actors and actresses, and even backstage personnel, discussing the play's reception by the scandalized public, and including tidbits of gossip and trivia.

Presents an examination of the work of Zora Neale Hurston, and describes how Hurston's ethnographies, plays, and fiction paint a picture of the rural African-American South.

John Tytell chronicles his life-long love of reading, reflecting on the many books that had significant impact on his life.

Chronicles the life of Mississippi-born novelist and Civil War historian Shelby Foote.

Contains thirteen essays in which the authors analyze various aspects of E. M. Forester's "A Passage to India," a novel that examines the clash of cultures in British India after the turn of the century.

Tells the story behind Orson Welles' broadcast of "War of the Worlds", discussing why he decided to try and trick people into believing Earth was being invaded, how people reacted to his broadcast, what effect his actions had on the radio industry, and other related topics. Includes a CD-ROM with the complete broadcast.