Presents a collection of critical essays about the works of Ray Bradbury.

Presents a biography of the author Albert Camus along with critical views of his work.

Essays provide critical insight into Margaret Atwood's works and offer differing opinions on the themes she addresses in her novels.

Essays of critical interpretation portray views of Doris Lessing's work, including The Golden Notebook, Marriages, and The Grass is Singing..

Presents a brief biography of Thomas Mann, thematic and structural analysis of his works, critical views, and an index of themes and ideas.

Stephen Crane is widely recognized as a master of literary naturalism. His best-known works include the classic novel The Red Badge of Courage, the short stories "The Open Boat," "The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky," and "The Blue Hotel," and some of the nineteenth century's most innovative lyric poems. The essays gathered in this updated volume offer a wealth of critical information and analysis that speaks to Crane's relevance and far-ranging influence. Book jacket.