Includes a brief biography of John Steinbeck, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

Presents an anthology of British and American poetry chosen by editor Harold Bloom; and features selections covering six centuries including those by Chaucer, Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Lord Byron, and Edna St. Vincent Millay.

Presents a selection of critical essays on the work of the novelist arranged in the chronological sequence of publication.

Provides a brief biography of Truman Capote, and discusses plots, themes, life influences, and characters of his major works.

Includes a brief biography of the author, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

A collection of critical essays on Wilde's comedic play "The Importance of Being Earnest" arranged in chronological order of publication.

Includes a brief biography of the author, thematic and structural analysis of the work, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

Contains a representative selection of critical essays on the fiction of Edith Wharton arranged in chronological order.