history and criticism

Electronic dance music DJs are entertainers, record mixers, sonic artists, and some of the richest and most popular celebrities in the world. This book profiles the lives and careers of the best-selling DJs in the world: Avicii, Annie Mac, Afrojack, Skrillex, deadmau5, and Calvin Harris.

Describes the life of J.R.R. Tolkien, creator of Middle Earth and author of "The Hobbit" and "Lord of the Rings.".

Contains alphabetically arranged articles that provide critical excerpts and biographical information on nine of the world's most frequently discussed and studied poets; and includes cumulative author, nationality, and title indexes.

Surveys the works of major African-American writers of the twentieth century.

Recent African-American women writers discuss their lives and work, followed by critical essays by both men and women.

Since its publication in the late sixteenth century, The Taming of the Shrew has been staged, filmed, and reinterpreted countless times. This beloved Shakespearean comedy is still celebrated today, though unlike the audiences in Shakespeare's time, contemporary audiences share their responses to the play on social media! Reading Shakespeare Today: The Taming of the Shrew provides historical context for the play, reviews the themes and motifs that make it timeless, and investigates how the comedy fits into our modern world.

A tale of magic, power struggles, and intrigue, The Tempest is one of Shakespeare's final plays. Reading Shakespeare Today: The Tempest explores the plot of The Tempest while considering the blend of comedic and tragic elements that make it unique. The book also demonstrates ways that the play continues to be relevant in the internet age.