history and criticism

Companion to the PBS television series. Uses the works of thirteen poets to trace the development of an American poetic identity over the past two centuries.

Examines the changes and innovations of British drama from 1950 to the present.

A biography of science fiction author Anne McCaffrey, discussing her childhood, her expertise with horses, and her novel creations.

The story of rock and roll from its beginning in the fifties through the marriage of Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley.

Chronicle of the hip hop revolution in music that also profiles every performer of consequences and presents a social history. Includes photographs of many performers.

An introduction to Iron Man's universe that profiles the superhero's friends and enemies.