women in literature

A guide to studying Kate Chopin's "The Awakening" that features a biographical sketch of the author, a list of characters, a plot summary and analysis, and a selection of critical views.

Presents a collection of essays that profile fifty classic books written by and about women from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century including Virginia Woolf, Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte, and others.

A guide to reading and understanding Michael Cunningham's novel "The Hours", with a short biography of the author, a full-length study of the novel, its themes, and ideas, a summary of how the novel was received and its standing today, and helpful discussion questions.

Explores a work of literature through the lens of the major social issues reflected in women's issues in Margaret Atrwood's The Handmaid's Tale. Also features carefully-selected content representing a variety of perspectives.

A history of American women writers from 1650 to 2000, introducing over 250 female authors, both famous and lesser-known, discussing their connections to each other and their times, and arguing for their inclusion in American literary heritage.

Contains a collection of essays that explores how women's issues are presented in Nathaniel Hawthorne's "A Scarlet Letter;" provides information on the author's life and the writing of the text; and looks at contemporary perspectives on various women's issues. Includes discussion questions, a list of suggested reading, and a bibliography.

A collection of essays that explores how women's issues are presented in Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club;" provides information on the author's life and the writing of the text; and looks at contemporary perspectives on various women's issues. Includes discussion questions, a list of suggested reading, and a bibliography.