morrison, toni

Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Presents vital information on the most-studied short stories at the high school and early-college levels. Each entry contains author biography, plot summary, characters, themes, style, historical context, critical overview, and criticism.

Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.

Explores the literary work of Toni Morrison, including the setting, time period, conflict, and impact of the novel The bluest eyes.

"Linda Wagner-Martin offers a compelling study of African American writer Toni Morrison's work, beginning with 'The Bluest Eye' in 1970 and continuing through her 2015 novel 'God Help the Child.' Wagner-Martin describes Morrison as an inherently original novelist who was shaped throughout her career by her role within families. Her study focuses on Morrison's use of family in her narratives, particularly on the roles of mother and child"--Provided by publisher.

A critical interpretation of the author's works from The Blues Eye to Beloved.

In this tale inspired by the life of author Toni Morrison, young Toni sets out on a quest for gold with her siblings, but when things do not go as planned, she realizes that finding the perfect ending is all about how you tell the story. Includes biographical note.

Toni Morrison was one of the most celebrated writers of the 20th and early 21st centuries. She was the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, and she received numerous other awards as well. This fascinating volume traces her life from her childhood in Lorain, Ohio, through her marriage, academic career, editing career, and writing success. Accessible text addresses important social studies material, while vivid photographs bring the text to life. Sidebars, photo captions, and graphic organizers enrich the main text.