history and criticism

Presents approximately one hundred geographically arranged essays of criticism first published in "World Literature Today" between 1977 and 2001, along with 150 book reviews from the journal's history and nearly thirty articles from its original incarnation, "Books Abroad.".

Collects critical essays on significant authors in English who were writing or were an influence on other writers between 1975 and 2002, and includes a biographical sketch with each. This volume covers A. R. Ammons through Alison Lurie.

Contains entries that provide information about thirteen novels, each with an author biography, plot summary, character analyses, discussion of themes and style, a historical context essay, a critical overview, a selection of criticism, and suggestions for further reading.

Contains profiles of thirteen novels, each including an introduction to the story and its author, a plot summary, descriptions of characters, analysis of themes and style, discussion of historical context, a critical overview, and other related information.

Contains profiles of fourteen novels, each including an introduction to the story and its author, a plot summary, descriptions of characters, analysis of themes and style, discussion of historical context, a critical overview, and other related information.

Profiles one hundred mystery and detective fiction writers, describing their lives and contributions to the genre, analyzing their works, and providing selected primary and secondary bibliographies for each author.

Examines the theme, characters, plot, style, and technique of more than 700 works by science fiction and fantasy authors from around the world.

Examines the life and work of twentieth-century American author Stephen King, featuring a biographical profile, critical analysis of the themes, symbols, and ideas in his writing, a selection of critical essays, a chronology, and references.

An annual anthology of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry from small publishers.