bell jar

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.

Provides in-depth analysis of the literary work The Bell Jar, as well as its importance and critical reception. Includes a chronology of the life and works of the author.

Devastated by her parents' decision to split up, pressured by her boyfriend to have sex, and saddled with a case of chicken pox, fifteen-year-old Keek finds consolation in her beloved, well-worn copy of Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar.".

Discusses the influence, historical context, and critical reception of Sylvia Plath's Bell Jar.

Collects critical essays on Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar" including selections by Iris Jamahil Dunkle, Sally Bayley, Maria Farland, and others; and includes a chronology of the life of the author.

Devastated by her parents' decision to split up, pressured by her boyfriend to have sex, and saddled with a case of chicken pox, fifteen-year-old Keek finds consolation in her beloved, well-worn copy of Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar.".

A guide to studying Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar," featuring an introduction, a profile of the author, background notes, a character list, a summary and analysis, selections from critical essays on the work, and an annotated bibliography.

Discusses clinical depression through Sylvia Plath's novel, "The Bell Jar.".