The Reader's Adviser: A Layman's Guide to Literature
- ISBN-10
- 0835221482
- ISBN-13
- 9780835221481
- Series
- The Reader's Adviser
- Category
- Best books
- Pages
- 801
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1986
- Publisher
- Rr Bowker Llc
- Author
- Barbara Ann Chernow
Description
This new edition provides a wealth of updated book information in a more accessible format. Volume one provides an overview of British and American fiction and poetry, from Beowulf and British folk ballads to the 20th century antihero and nonfiction novels. It also presents concise introductions to the lives, works and significance of each writer in the area. Annotated bibliographies and lists of key references provide added book selection guidance. This edition also covers "Commonwealth Literature" and an expanded chapter on "Essays and Criticism." Volume two covers American and British drama and world literature in English translation. Volume three presents general reference literature, the social sciences, and the arts. ISBN 0-83542-2145-8 (v.l); ISBN 0-8352-2146-6 (v.2); ISBN 0-8352-2147-4 (v.3): $75.00 each (For use only in the library).
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- 1994
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