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American Literature Research Assignment
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Gothic Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
Spans all facets of gothic literature, including visual and performing arts, society and culture, themes, and settings. Includes primary source documents and critical material to provide a contextual perspective, a related chronology of key events, full-text commentaries, and lists of further readings.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
Novelists with Feminist Themes, ed. , v.
Provides essays of influential feminist writers such as Margaret Atwood, Anais Nin, Gertrude Stein, and Virginia Woolf.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
Louisa May Alcott, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Louisa May Alcott. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Little Women, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Louisa May Alcott's novel, 'Little Women'. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book explores the work of Ray Bradbury, a mainstay in American science fiction. Topics discussed include Utopian/dystopian robotic technologies; translocality in The Martian Chronicles; and Faith and Reason in Fahrenheit 451.
Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Ray Bradbury's novel, 'Fahrenheit 451'. A chronology of Bradbury’s life, a complete list of Bradbury’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The Awakening, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with an exploration of the most up-to–date collection of scholarly thinking and essays on Kate Chopin’s novella, 'The Awakening'. A bibliography of critical sources is also provided.
The Historian's Awakening, ed. , v.
This collection provides commentary on Kate Chopin's classic novel with social and cultural history context, and discussions of the author and her times, as well as insight into historical forces that shaped people's lives and the 19th-century social and cultural environment from which the novel emerged. It examines how 19th-century ideas about class, gender, ethnicity, and modernity affect a woman's life, and challenges prevailing scholarship through historical context.
The House on Mango Street, by Sandra Cisneros, ed. , v.
This volume offers an introduction to Sandra Cisneros's acclaimed novel. Four essays offer a framework for developing a deeper understanding of its key themes and contexts. Other essays cover feminist approaches to Mango Street, gender stereotypes, patriarchy, female friendships, and more. Also included are a brief biography and chronology of Cisneros's life, a complete list of her current major publications, and a bibliography of resources for further study.
Race in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Ralph Ellison.
Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man, ed. , v.
Offers a detailed summary of the plot of Invisible Man as well as a discussion of its origin and considers the social, historical, and political contexts informing Ralph Ellison's work, along with the themes and issues Ellison addresses.
Gender in Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Lorraine Hansberry.
Nathaniel Hawthorne, ed. , v.
The essays in this volume present a variety of critical viewpoints and an array of critical approaches to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s work. Some consider cultural and historical contexts, while others examine the state of Hawthorne studies through changing critical fashions. Some of the essays look to biographical speculation, some consider Hawthorne's psychology, and yet others look closely to those issues that concerned Hawthorne most.
War in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of writer, Ernest Hemingway.
The Sun Also Rises, ed. , v.
This volume brings together a variety of new, classic, and contemporary criticism on Hemingway's masterpiece, including a quartet of new essays that provide valuable introductory material. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Hemingway's life, a list of his principal works, and a lengthy bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study this classic novel in greater depth.
Women's Issues in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American writer, Zora Neale Hurston.
Coming of Age in Sue Monk Kidd's The Secret Lives of Bees, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of writer, Sue Monk Kidd.
Beloved, ed. , v.
This book provides in-depth critical discussions of Toni Morrison’s novel, Beloved. Several essays in this volume study major themes of Beloved, including motherhood, the psychological impacts of slavery, and repression of memory, as well as connections to the real-life slave who inspired Morrison's story.
Slavery in Toni Morrison's Beloved, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Nobel Prize in Literature author, Toni Morrison.
Critical Companion to Tim O'Brien, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the author, Tim O'Brien. This volume examines O'Brien's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his novels.
War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Tim O'Brien, depicting his experiences in the Vietnam War.
Of Mice and Men, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of John Steinbeck's novel, 'Of Mice and Men'. A chronology of Steinbeck’s life, a complete list of Steinbeck’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Depression in Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of poet, Sylvia Plath.
The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
This volume consists of new and old essays about The Bell Jar. The essays have some common directions: they are focused on how the time period affected Plath and her fictional counterpart Esther Greenwood; also on Esther's internal struggles and how they were dealt with by Esther and by others. There is also discussion of how Plath defined her creative life by looking at her writing process, her reading, her inspirations, and her thoughts about the writing life.
The Joy Luck Club, by Amy Tan, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Amy Tan’s novel, 'The Joy Luck Club'. A chronology of Tan’s life, a complete list of her works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Mark Twain, ed. , v.
This volume collects a variety of essays on Twain's life and works. One outlines the essential details of Twain's life, and four others provide valuable introductory material. A selection of other essays provides readers with a deeper understanding of the critical issues surrounding Twain's work. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Twain's life, a list of his principal works, and a bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study Twain in greater depth.
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Mark Twain's novel, 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. A chronology of Twain’s life, a complete list of Twain’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Slaughterhouse-Five, by Kurt Vonnegut, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Kurt Vonnegut's novel, 'Slaughterhouse-Five'. A chronology of Vonnegut’s life, a complete list of Vonnegut’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Essays in this volume discuss critical viewpoints about Walker’s work. Topics include a discussion of her symbolism, metaphysics, and aesthetics; her views on feminism; and her responses to the issues of politics, slavery, poverty and sexism. Also included is a brief biography.
Critical Companion to Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Provides a concise but thorough biography of writer, Alice Walker, known primarily for her best-selling novel and masterpiece 'The Color Purple'.
Women's Issues in Alice Walker's The Color Purple, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Alice Walker.
Reading and Interpreting the Works of Alice Walker, ed. , v.
This book combines biography with literary analysis and criticism, guiding readers to understand how to read and interpret the works of American writer Alice Walker.
Feminism, ed. , v.
Feminism has had, perhaps, the greatest impact of any relatively recent approach to literary theory. It has not only helped create or revive interest in many previously little-known or much-neglected authors but has also raised key issues about gender—issues that have influenced numerous other approaches, such as multiculturalism and LGBTQ studies. This title offers deliberately diverse approaches to women writers, women-centered texts, and feminist methods of interpretation.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
Holthaus - English III Honors '23-'24
Louisa May Alcott, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Louisa May Alcott. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Little Women, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Louisa May Alcott's novel, 'Little Women'. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Mark Twain, ed. , v.
This volume collects a variety of essays on Twain's life and works. One outlines the essential details of Twain's life, and four others provide valuable introductory material. A selection of other essays provides readers with a deeper understanding of the critical issues surrounding Twain's work. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Twain's life, a list of his principal works, and a bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study Twain in greater depth.
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Mark Twain's novel, 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. A chronology of Twain’s life, a complete list of Twain’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
This volume consists of new and old essays about The Bell Jar. The essays have some common directions: they are focused on how the time period affected Plath and her fictional counterpart Esther Greenwood; also on Esther's internal struggles and how they were dealt with by Esther and by others. There is also discussion of how Plath defined her creative life by looking at her writing process, her reading, her inspirations, and her thoughts about the writing life.
Depression in Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of poet, Sylvia Plath.
Reading and Interpreting the Works of Alice Walker, ed. , v.
This book combines biography with literary analysis and criticism, guiding readers to understand how to read and interpret the works of American writer Alice Walker.
Critical Companion to Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Provides a concise but thorough biography of writer, Alice Walker, known primarily for her best-selling novel and masterpiece 'The Color Purple'.
Women's Issues in Alice Walker's The Color Purple, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Alice Walker.
Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Essays in this volume discuss critical viewpoints about Walker’s work. Topics include a discussion of her symbolism, metaphysics, and aesthetics; her views on feminism; and her responses to the issues of politics, slavery, poverty and sexism. Also included is a brief biography.
Dystopia, ed. , v.
This book offers great starting point for students seeking an introduction to the theme and the critical discussions surrounding it. Works discussed include Utopia; Looking Backward; We; Brave New World; Anthem; A Clockwork Orange; Make Room! Make Room!; Fahrenheit 451; Nineteen Eighty-Four; The Handmaid's Tale; and Little Brother.
Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book explores the work of Ray Bradbury, a mainstay in American science fiction. Topics discussed include Utopian/dystopian robotic technologies; translocality in The Martian Chronicles; and Faith and Reason in Fahrenheit 451.
Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Ray Bradbury's novel, 'Fahrenheit 451'. A chronology of Bradbury’s life, a complete list of Bradbury’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The Historian's Awakening, ed. , v.
This collection provides commentary on Kate Chopin's classic novel with social and cultural history context, and discussions of the author and her times, as well as insight into historical forces that shaped people's lives and the 19th-century social and cultural environment from which the novel emerged. It examines how 19th-century ideas about class, gender, ethnicity, and modernity affect a woman's life, and challenges prevailing scholarship through historical context.
The Awakening, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with an exploration of the most up-to–date collection of scholarly thinking and essays on Kate Chopin’s novella, 'The Awakening'. A bibliography of critical sources is also provided.
War in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of writer, Ernest Hemingway.
Ernest Hemingway, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Ernest Hemingway. A chronology of Hemingway’s life, a complete list of Hemingway’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The Sun Also Rises, ed. , v.
This volume brings together a variety of new, classic, and contemporary criticism on Hemingway's masterpiece, including a quartet of new essays that provide valuable introductory material. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Hemingway's life, a list of his principal works, and a lengthy bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study this classic novel in greater depth.
The Joy Luck Club, by Amy Tan, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Amy Tan’s novel, 'The Joy Luck Club'. A chronology of Tan’s life, a complete list of her works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Nathaniel Hawthorne, ed. , v.
The essays in this volume present a variety of critical viewpoints and an array of critical approaches to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s work. Some consider cultural and historical contexts, while others examine the state of Hawthorne studies through changing critical fashions. Some of the essays look to biographical speculation, some consider Hawthorne's psychology, and yet others look closely to those issues that concerned Hawthorne most.
Women's Issues in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American writer, Zora Neale Hurston.
Critical Companion to Tim O'Brien, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the author, Tim O'Brien. This volume examines O'Brien's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his novels.
War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Tim O'Brien, depicting his experiences in the Vietnam War.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Encyclopedia of Sex and Gender, ed. , v.
Addresses issues of sex and gender at the personal and the social level; examines issues of identity, status, class, ethnicity, race, and nation; of sexuality and the body; of social institutions and the structures of representation. Topics include changing conceptions of 'the feminine,' the family and masculinity, religion, morality, cultural images, medical practice, public health, economy and society and many more.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
Feminism, ed. , v.
Feminism has had, perhaps, the greatest impact of any relatively recent approach to literary theory. It has not only helped create or revive interest in many previously little-known or much-neglected authors but has also raised key issues about gender—issues that have influenced numerous other approaches, such as multiculturalism and LGBTQ studies. This title offers deliberately diverse approaches to women writers, women-centered texts, and feminist methods of interpretation.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Novelists with Feminist Themes, ed. , v.
Provides essays of influential feminist writers such as Margaret Atwood, Anais Nin, Gertrude Stein, and Virginia Woolf.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
Histories of Everyday Life in Totalitarian Regimes, ed. , v.
This set explores daily life in such totalitarian dictatorships as Nazi Germany, Stalin's Soviet Union, China under Mao, and North Korea. Entries focus on compelling personal histories detailing the experiences of individuals in these regimes. The personal experiences are conveyed in such first-hand accounts as memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, and letters.
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
Critical Approaches to Literature: Psychological, ed. , v.
The book examines a representative body of British and American work, including poems, short fiction, drama, and film spanning across historical periods, from a psychological perspective to provide a foundational understanding of this approach and how it is applied.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Slaughterhouse-Five, by Kurt Vonnegut, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Kurt Vonnegut's novel, 'Slaughterhouse-Five'. A chronology of Vonnegut’s life, a complete list of Vonnegut’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Satire, ed. , v.
This book examines and analyzes the ways satire has appeared as a significant approach to literature from many different times and cultures. It explores various particular works of satire, including the classics Catch-22 and Animal Farm, and discusses the role that satire has played in human history.
Historical Fiction, ed. , v.
This book encourages readers to engage with plots based on historical events and characters, reimagine history in cases where it is reconstructed, become better acquainted with history as it is personalized through specific characters, and question historical fact.
Nature and the Environment, ed. , v.
This book addresses the themes of nature and the environment in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. Classic works discussed include Walden, Call of the Wild, O Pioneers!, The Old Man and the Sea, and selections from the poetry of William Wordsworth, while contemporary works include …and the earth did not devour him, Desert Solitaire, and Prodigal Summer.
Conspiracies, ed. , v.
This book explores touchstone moments in conspiracy fiction -- in film as well as in classic and popular works -- and delves into the socio-political aspects of conspiracies while examining them at the heart of some of the most beloved canonical literature in English. A bibliography, biographies of the editor and contributors, and an alphabetical Index are also provided.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
The Hero's Quest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a series of essays that address the theme of the hero's quest in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Paranoia, Fear and Alienation, ed. , v.
This book presents critical works on authors or directors who plunge their readers/viewers into the visceral experience of fear by depicting characters and conflicts as realistically as possible. Subjects of analysis include cultural examinations of danger and civility, fear in Shakespeare's Macbeth, historical considerations of women and paranoia, and comparisons of the role of the camera.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
Good and Evil, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that present an introduction to the perennial theme of good and evil in literature, and the critical discussions that surround it. A bibliography of critical sources for readers seeking to study this timeless theme in greater depth is also included.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Ap Language and Composition
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Benjamin Franklin, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Benjamin Franklin. A chronology of Franklin’s life, a complete list of Franklin’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Novelists with Feminist Themes, ed. , v.
Provides essays of influential feminist writers such as Margaret Atwood, Anais Nin, Gertrude Stein, and Virginia Woolf.
Gothic Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
Spans all facets of gothic literature, including visual and performing arts, society and culture, themes, and settings. Includes primary source documents and critical material to provide a contextual perspective, a related chronology of key events, full-text commentaries, and lists of further readings.
Robert Frost, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Robert Frost. Included is a brief biography and chronology of Frost's life and an extensive bibliography for readers wishing to study the poet's work in greater depth.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Provides historical information on the battlefield and homefront experience and the political, economic, social, and cultural life of the North and South during the War. Primary source documents in the form of first-person accounts, letters, diaries, journals, newspapers, and literature bring to life the experiences of the Union and Confederate participants and the people they left behind.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
American Poets and Poetry, ed. , v.
This encyclopedia covers U.S. poetry from the Colonial era to the present, and includes entries on hundreds of poets of the American canon.
Histories of Everyday Life in Totalitarian Regimes, ed. , v.
This set explores daily life in such totalitarian dictatorships as Nazi Germany, Stalin's Soviet Union, China under Mao, and North Korea. Entries focus on compelling personal histories detailing the experiences of individuals in these regimes. The personal experiences are conveyed in such first-hand accounts as memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, and letters.
Democracy in the Poetry of Walt Whitman, ed. , v.
Provides an in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of American poet, Walt Whitman.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Nature and the Environment, ed. , v.
This book addresses the themes of nature and the environment in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. Classic works discussed include Walden, Call of the Wild, O Pioneers!, The Old Man and the Sea, and selections from the poetry of William Wordsworth, while contemporary works include …and the earth did not devour him, Desert Solitaire, and Prodigal Summer.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
Critical Companion to Ralph Waldo Emerson, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson. This volume examines Emerson's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his poems.
Emily Dickinson, ed. , v.
This book provides in-depth critical discussions of poet, Emily Dickinson. This volume brings together a variety of new and classic essays on Dickinson's life and work.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
All Things Dickinson, ed. , v.
This book provides the wider context necessary for a more complete understanding of Dickinson, presenting Dickinson's life and times as well as discussion of her poetry and letters. Examines topics such as the history of Amherst, MA, and the Dickinson family's place in it.
Slavery in Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American social reformer, orator, writer and statesman, Frederick Douglass.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
AP Lang Research Assignment
Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Covers the life of the most famous black abolitionist and intellectual of the 19th century.
Slavery in Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American social reformer, orator, writer and statesman, Frederick Douglass.
Critical Companion to Ralph Waldo Emerson, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson. This volume examines Emerson's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his poems.
Democracy in the Poetry of Walt Whitman, ed. , v.
Provides an in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of American poet, Walt Whitman.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
Women in World History, ed. , v.
Covers women of historical interest worldwide, from around 3100 BCE to the modern age, from every walk of life-artists, pirates, scientists, athletes, philanthropists, adventurers, politicians, pacifists, saints, and courtesans, even those famous for just being famous. Individual, collective, and joint entries (i.e. Astronauts: Women in Space, Egyptian Feminism, Siege Warfare and Women, etc.) are included.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Illuminates daily life in slave society in America from colonial times to the end of the Civil War. Provides information on the business and regulation of slavery, the plantation way of life, work, family and community, culture and leisure, health and medicine, religion, resistance and rebellion, and slavery and freedom in the North.
The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers, ed. , v. 1
Chronicling Eleanor Roosevelt's development as diplomat, journalist, and political strategist in the years 1945 to 1948, this publication is filled with original writings and speeches.
UXL Encyclopedia of Native American Tribes, ed. 3, v.
Provides detailed studies of tribes from all over the United States and Canada, including small tribes and some that no longer exist. Gives detailed yet accessible information on history, religion, art, government, economy, daily life and current social and political issues.
Encyclopedia of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, ed. , v.
A three-volume survey of the military aspects of the American Revolutionary War, covering the period 1763-1783. The alphabetically arranged entries include biographies as well as discussions of campaigns and strategy; battles, skirmishes, and naval actions; weaponry; political issues and events; and how the European powers participated in the conflict. For students, historians, and general readers.
African American Almanac, ed. 10, v.
Provides a range of historical and current information on African American history, society and culture. Includes coverage of such topics as: Africa and the Black diaspora; film and television; landmarks; national organizations; population; religion; science and technology; and sports.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Provides a broad overview of war throughout American history, with a special emphasis on how war effects, and is affected by, political, economic, and social change in American and global society.
American First Ladies, ed. 3, v.
Offers a detailed profile of every first lady from Martha Washington to Michelle Obama. Biographical chapters are divided into various sections dealing with family and educational background; each first lady's relationship with the president; the first lady's years in the White House; and additional insights into those activities and accomplishments for which the first lady became known.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Provides historical information on the battlefield and homefront experience and the political, economic, social, and cultural life of the North and South during the War. Primary source documents in the form of first-person accounts, letters, diaries, journals, newspapers, and literature bring to life the experiences of the Union and Confederate participants and the people they left behind.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
American Decades Primary Sources, ed. , v.
Cross-disciplinary source spanning the 20th century. Each volume in the set includes full or excerpted primary sources representing the seminal issues, themes, movements and events from a decade. Includes oral histories, songs, speeches, advertisements, TV, play and movie scripts, letters, laws, legal decisions, newspaper articles, cartoons, recipes, and more.
UXL Encyclopedia of Native American Tribes, ed. 2, v.
Provides detailed studies of tribes from all over the United States and Canada, including small tribes and some that no longer exist. Gives detailed yet accessible information on history, religion, art, government, economy, daily life and current social and political issues.
Landmarks of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, ed. 2, v.
Zooming in on key locations connected to the American Revolution, this expanded and completely revised edition of Col. Mark M. Boatner III's original book goes beyond U.S. borders when profiling historical sites and landmarks significant to the war. The original state-by-state guide now also includes coverage of the war in the West Indies and an expanded treatment of Canada.
American Social Reform Movements Reference Library, ed. , v.
This four-volume set chronicles and illustrates movements from the American Revolution to the present day. Intended to help students successfully complete research and projects.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Provides a concise history of the U.S. government and political scene throughout American history, with a particular emphasis on how government and politics effects, and is affected by, social change.
American Eras, ed. , v.
Includes essays on events, publications, lifestyles and individuals important to particular eras in U.S. history.
UXL Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Introduces the history of the United States from pre-Colonial America to the present day. Explores the timeline of America: its founders, key historical figures, wars, events, political environment, economy, and culture.
Prejudice in the Modern World Reference Library, ed. , v.
Explores the many different types of prejudice, their history, what causes these prejudices in people and societies, and their consequences. Presents profiles of diverse and unique men and women who played key roles in the history of prejudice. Excerpted documents tell various stories in the words of the people who fought prejudice, acted out prejudices, and those who were the victims of prejudice.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Benjamin Franklin, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Benjamin Franklin. A chronology of Franklin’s life, a complete list of Franklin’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
American Poets and Poetry, ed. , v.
This encyclopedia covers U.S. poetry from the Colonial era to the present, and includes entries on hundreds of poets of the American canon.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Nature and the Environment, ed. , v.
This book addresses the themes of nature and the environment in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. Classic works discussed include Walden, Call of the Wild, O Pioneers!, The Old Man and the Sea, and selections from the poetry of William Wordsworth, while contemporary works include …and the earth did not devour him, Desert Solitaire, and Prodigal Summer.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
British and World Literature Research Resources
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Histories of Everyday Life in Totalitarian Regimes, ed. , v.
This set explores daily life in such totalitarian dictatorships as Nazi Germany, Stalin's Soviet Union, China under Mao, and North Korea. Entries focus on compelling personal histories detailing the experiences of individuals in these regimes. The personal experiences are conveyed in such first-hand accounts as memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, and letters.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of World Literature, ed. , v.
Covers world authors from many periods and genres, building an understanding of the various contexts -- from the biographical to the literary to the historical -- in which literature can be viewed. Identifies the significant literary devices and global themes that define a writer's style and place the author in a larger literary tradition as chronicled and evaluated by critics over time.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 5
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Spain and Portugal.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 6
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from the Middle East.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 8
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on classical literature.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
Novelists with Feminist Themes, ed. , v.
Provides essays of influential feminist writers such as Margaret Atwood, Anais Nin, Gertrude Stein, and Virginia Woolf.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 2
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Africa.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 4
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Great Britain and Ireland, from the Victorian Era to the present.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 3
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Great Britain and Ireland, from the Celtic migrations to the Reform Bill.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 7
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Italy.
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
Gothic Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
Spans all facets of gothic literature, including visual and performing arts, society and culture, themes, and settings. Includes primary source documents and critical material to provide a contextual perspective, a related chronology of key events, full-text commentaries, and lists of further readings.
Shakespeare for Students, ed. 2, v.
Collection of essays by Shakespeare scholars that have been selected for students at the high school or undergraduate college level. Each entry includes an introduction; a plot synopsis; a character list; a discussion of the work's principal themes; information about the style and literary devices used; a conversation about the work's historical context; and a critical overview.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
Margaret Atwood, ed. , v.
This book presents a great starting point for students seeking an introduction to Margaret Atwood and the critical discussions surrounding her work. As the author of over forty works, including over a dozen novels and over a dozen books of poetry as well as collections of short stories and short fictions, works of literary criticism, and collections of her essays and reviews, Atwood is indisputably Canada’s best-known contemporary author.
Women's Issues in Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, ed. , v.
Examines Margaret Atwood's life, explores from various angles how Atwood addresses women's issues in The Handmaid's Tale, and considers ongoing issues facing women in the twenty-first century.
Jane Austen, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Jane Austen and her work. Original essays offer readers an introduction to Austen by explicating the culture and time period during which Austen wrote her classic novels and the long history of Austen criticism as well as by offering close readings of two of her novels, 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Persuasion'.
Pride and Prejudice, ed. , v.
The essays in this volume are intended to help the novice or the non-specialist in Austen studies get some sense of the complexities that have made Pride and Prejudice an enduring classic, and suggest avenues for further study.
Jane Eyre, ed. , v.
This book presents a variety of new essays on Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre, considered by many to have revolutionized the art of fiction. Many agree that Bronte was ahead of her time as she explored the individualistic character of Jane, and topics such as classism, sexuality, religion and issues of gender.
Class Conflict in Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Emily Bronte.
Violence in Anthony Burgess's A Clockwork Orange, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life and work of author Anthony Burgess, focusing on themes of human nature, violence, and freedom of choice.
The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer, ed. , v.
This book offers an in-depth introduction by renowned literary critics, providing an enjoyable approach to the complexities of The Canterbury Tales. Considered one the English language’s most masterful works, Geoffrey Chaucer's series of tales has managed to stay relevant and prominent for more than six hundred years.
Joseph Conrad, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Joseph Conrad. A chronology of Conrad’s life, a complete list of Conrad’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Colonialism in Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Joseph Conrad.
Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Charles Dickens's novel, 'Great Expectations'. An analysis of the moral character of the protagonist, Pip, an examination of the Christian imagery and rituals present in the novel, and the treatment of gender and class are among the topics discussed.
George Eliot, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of George Eliot. A chronology of Eliot’s life, a complete list of Eliot’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Lord of the Flies, ed. , v.
This book discusses William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, including its initial critical reception, the moral issues it raises, its film adaptations, and the ways in which commentary about the novel has evolved in the six decades since its first publication. It also explores the ways the novel has been received on both sides of the Atlantic and examines its themes, characters, and structures from a diversity of critical perspectives.
The Kite Runner, ed. , v.
The Kite Runner combines a compelling, moving narrative, memorable characters and situations, with depictions of suffering and guilt, an urgent quest for redemption, and engagement with Afghanistan’s history, politics and relations with American culture. This title's essays discuss its critical reception, style, structure and themes, mythical, moral, historical, and political dimensions, relevance in the 21st century, and its adaptations to film, stage play and graphic novel.
The Metamorphosis, by Franz Kafka, ed. , v.
This book provides a great starting point for students seeking an introduction to Franz Kafka’s most famous novella. Essays include a new, lengthy biography of the author, a discussion of the cultural and historical context of the work, the structure and function of self-alienation, Kafka's metaphor for extreme alienation, and a selective survey of the critical reception of The Metamorphosis.
George Orwell, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of George Orwell. A chronology of Orwell’s life, a complete list of Orwell’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Animal Farm, ed. , v.
This collection contextualizes the allegorical novel that established George Orwell as the greatest British satirist since Jonathan Swift. This volume considers Animal Farm within the author’s multidisciplinary oeuvre, the complex cultural climate of its composition, and the diverse range of critical responses to the text.
Nineteen Eighty-Four, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of George Orwell's novel, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four'. A chronology of Orwell’s life, a complete list of Orwell’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Critical Companion to Mary Shelley, ed. , v.
Provides a concise but thorough biography of author, Mary Shelly, known for her classic novel, 'Frankenstein'.
Dracula, by Bram Stoker, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of Bram Stoker's novel, Dracula. The volume is rounded out by a chronology of the important events in Stoker’s life, a list of his works, and a bibliography with suggestions for further reading.
The Hobbit, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of J.R.R. Tolkien's novel, 'The Hobbit'. A chronology of Tolkien’s life, a complete list of Tolkien’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Mrs. Dalloway, by Virginia Woolf, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Virginia Woolf's novel, 'Mrs. Dalloway'. A chronology of Woolf’s life, a complete list of Woolf’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
Satire, ed. , v.
This book examines and analyzes the ways satire has appeared as a significant approach to literature from many different times and cultures. It explores various particular works of satire, including the classics Catch-22 and Animal Farm, and discusses the role that satire has played in human history.
Conspiracies, ed. , v.
This book explores touchstone moments in conspiracy fiction -- in film as well as in classic and popular works -- and delves into the socio-political aspects of conspiracies while examining them at the heart of some of the most beloved canonical literature in English. A bibliography, biographies of the editor and contributors, and an alphabetical Index are also provided.
Good and Evil, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that present an introduction to the perennial theme of good and evil in literature, and the critical discussions that surround it. A bibliography of critical sources for readers seeking to study this timeless theme in greater depth is also included.
The Hero's Quest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a series of essays that address the theme of the hero's quest in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Holocaust Literature, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that explore the literature that came out of The Holocaust, from non-fiction accounts like Anne Frank's 'The Diary of a Young Girl' and Elie Wiesel's 'Night' to fictionalized novels such as 'Sophie's Choice' by William Styron. A list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes, is also included.
Holocaust Literature, ed. , v.
Identifies the most important works on the Holocaust, by both first and second-generation survivors as well as philosophers, novelists, poets, and playwrights reflecting on the Holocaust today. Provides reviews of the classics of Holocaust literature, which include histories, biographies, memoirs, diaries, testimonials, eyewitness accounts, philosophy, social criticism, novels, short fiction, poetry, and plays.
Paranoia, Fear and Alienation, ed. , v.
This book presents critical works on authors or directors who plunge their readers/viewers into the visceral experience of fear by depicting characters and conflicts as realistically as possible. Subjects of analysis include cultural examinations of danger and civility, fear in Shakespeare's Macbeth, historical considerations of women and paranoia, and comparisons of the role of the camera.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 1
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Latin America.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
Neil Gaiman, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Neil Gaiman. A chronology of Gaiman’s life, a complete list of Gaiman’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Feminism, ed. , v.
Feminism has had, perhaps, the greatest impact of any relatively recent approach to literary theory. It has not only helped create or revive interest in many previously little-known or much-neglected authors but has also raised key issues about gender—issues that have influenced numerous other approaches, such as multiculturalism and LGBTQ studies. This title offers deliberately diverse approaches to women writers, women-centered texts, and feminist methods of interpretation.
Historical Fiction, ed. , v.
This book encourages readers to engage with plots based on historical events and characters, reimagine history in cases where it is reconstructed, become better acquainted with history as it is personalized through specific characters, and question historical fact.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
American Literature - Essayists
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
Encyclopedia of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, ed. , v.
A three-volume survey of the military aspects of the American Revolutionary War, covering the period 1763-1783. The alphabetically arranged entries include biographies as well as discussions of campaigns and strategy; battles, skirmishes, and naval actions; weaponry; political issues and events; and how the European powers participated in the conflict. For students, historians, and general readers.
American Social Reform Movements Reference Library, ed. , v.
This four-volume set chronicles and illustrates movements from the American Revolution to the present day. Intended to help students successfully complete research and projects.
Critical Companion to Ralph Waldo Emerson, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson. This volume examines Emerson's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his poems.
Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Covers the life of the most famous black abolitionist and intellectual of the 19th century.
Slavery in Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American social reformer, orator, writer and statesman, Frederick Douglass.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Provides historical information on the battlefield and homefront experience and the political, economic, social, and cultural life of the North and South during the War. Primary source documents in the form of first-person accounts, letters, diaries, journals, newspapers, and literature bring to life the experiences of the Union and Confederate participants and the people they left behind.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Arts
Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians, ed. , v.
Covers all musical genres, with new entries written by a distinguished group of area specialists as well as the original articles by Nicolas Slonimsky. This work continues the tradition of offering the most comprehensive and authoritative information on musicians, along with interesting and insightful evaluations of their contributions to the musical world.
Brand Empire Celebrities, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six celebrity entrepreneurs: Shawn Carter (Jay Z), Kim Kardashian, Sean Combs (Diddy), Jessica Alba, Jessica Simpson, and Taylor Swift, detailing their early life, major accomplishments, and challenges faced.
Schirmer Encyclopedia of Film, ed. , v.
This reference provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to film and film studies, covering such aspects as production, national traditions, studios, genres, critical theory and film history.
Biography
All Things Dickinson, ed. , v.
This book provides the wider context necessary for a more complete understanding of Dickinson, presenting Dickinson's life and times as well as discussion of her poetry and letters. Examines topics such as the history of Amherst, MA, and the Dickinson family's place in it.
American First Ladies, ed. 3, v.
Offers a detailed profile of every first lady from Martha Washington to Michelle Obama. Biographical chapters are divided into various sections dealing with family and educational background; each first lady's relationship with the president; the first lady's years in the White House; and additional insights into those activities and accomplishments for which the first lady became known.
American Men & Women of Science, ed. 24, v.
Profiles living persons in the physical and biological fields, as well as public health scientists, engineers, mathematicians, statisticians, and computer scientists.
Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians, ed. , v.
Covers all musical genres, with new entries written by a distinguished group of area specialists as well as the original articles by Nicolas Slonimsky. This work continues the tradition of offering the most comprehensive and authoritative information on musicians, along with interesting and insightful evaluations of their contributions to the musical world.
Biographical Encyclopedia of the Modern Middle East and North Africa, ed. , v.
Illuminates the lives of the most influential and controversial figures in the Middle East and North Africa who came to prominence during the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Includes profiles of contemporary leaders who belong to various political, ethnic, and religious groups, as well as notable individuals associated with business, law, science, social issues, sports, entertainment, literature, and the fine and performing arts.
Brand Empire Celebrities, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six celebrity entrepreneurs: Shawn Carter (Jay Z), Kim Kardashian, Sean Combs (Diddy), Jessica Alba, Jessica Simpson, and Taylor Swift, detailing their early life, major accomplishments, and challenges faced.
Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography, ed. , v.
Provides information on the history of science through articles on the professional lives of scientists. All periods of science from classical antiquity to modern times are represented.
Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Covers the life of the most famous black abolitionist and intellectual of the 19th century.
Malala Yousafzai, ed. , v.
This biography examines the remarkable life of Malala Yousafzai. Readers will learn about Malala's family background, education, work as an education activist.
Newsmakers, ed. , v.
Provides timely and informative profiles of the world's most interesting people.
Notable Black American Men, Book II, ed. , v.
Profiles contemporary and historic figures whose accomplishments will inspire students of every heritage. Covering the most prominent newsmakers as well as lesser-known individuals, each volume offers full biographical entries, portraits, addresses for living listees and recommended sources for further study.
Reading and Interpreting the Works of Alice Walker, ed. , v.
This book combines biography with literary analysis and criticism, guiding readers to understand how to read and interpret the works of American writer Alice Walker.
The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives, ed. , v. 1
Presents original scholarly biographies of notable Americans. Profiles careers and achievements as well as biographical data including family members; educational background; names of spouses and marriage and divorce dates; addresses of residences; and cause of death and place of burial.
Who's Who Among African Americans, ed. 19, v.
Provides biographical and career details on notable African American individuals, including leaders from sports, the arts, business, religion and other fields.
Who's Who Among African Americans, ed. 20, v.
Provides biographical and career details on notable African American individuals, including leaders from sports, the arts, business, religion and other fields.
Who's Who Among African Americans, ed. 21, v.
Provides biographical and career details on notable African American individuals, including leaders from sports, the arts, business, religion and other fields.
Women Scientists and Inventors, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six admirable women scientists and inventors: Lise Meitner, Pearl Kendrick, Virginia Apgar, Jane Goodall, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Rosalind W. Picard.
Women in World History, ed. , v.
Covers women of historical interest worldwide, from around 3100 BCE to the modern age, from every walk of life-artists, pirates, scientists, athletes, philanthropists, adventurers, politicians, pacifists, saints, and courtesans, even those famous for just being famous. Individual, collective, and joint entries (i.e. Astronauts: Women in Space, Egyptian Feminism, Siege Warfare and Women, etc.) are included.
Young Adult Authors, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six young adult authors: J.K. Rowling, Walter Dean Myers, Rainbow Rowell, Nnedi Okorafor, Suzanne Collins, and John Green.
Environment
Alternative Energy, ed. , v.
This three-volume set introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. While there is significant discussion of the non-renewable resources now used to meet the majority of the world's energy needs (oil, coal and natural gas), the primary focus of the set is on newer options to meet the ever-growing demand.
Alternative Energy, ed. 2, v.
Introduces students to issues surrounding current energy sources and alternative energy options.
Buried, ed. , v.
This book provides informational text, expert analysis, and seminal public documents to enlighten students about the garbage situation we are facing, which not only includes mountains of food scraps and discarded possessions, but hazardous, toxic, and radioactive waste as well.
Climate Change, ed. , v.
Offers coverage of the history, politics, and ethical debates related to climate change, including the impact of climate change on daily life, trade and commerce, travel, and the future of both industrialized and impoverished nations. Provides insights on leading social issues and spurs critical thinking about the impact of environmental issues on daily life and globalization.
Drying Up, ed. , v.
This book provides expert analysis and informational insets for students to learn about water scarcity, pollution, the impact on public health, and how to protect this diminishing resource.
Environmental Encyclopedia, ed. 4, v.
Provides in-depth, worldwide coverage of environmental issues. Each article is written in a nontechnical style and provides current status, analysis, and suggested solutions whenever possible.
Environmental Issues: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
A focus on leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Each title contains approximately 175 full or excerpted documents---speeches, legislation, magazine and newspaper articles, essays, memoirs, letters, interviews, novels, songs, and works of art---as well as overview information that places each document in context.
Environmental Science, ed. , v.
Provides comprehensive coverage of the environmental sciences. Cross-curricular in nature, the title supports both basic and advanced curricula in earth and environmental science, physics, chemistry, and biology, as well as general science, history, government, and the social sciences.
Out of Gas, ed. , v.
This book evaluates a situation quickly coming to the forefront of our cultural consciousness. Through expert analysis, informational text, and seminal public documents, the problem is assessed and evaluated in a manner that makes readers understand the urgency of the situation.
Overpopulation, ed. , v.
This book evaluates overpopulation as experts weigh in on the subject, introducing readers to ideas and key details, including how populations grow, change, and how trends are measured.
Solving Real World Problems with Environmental and Green Engineering, ed. , v.
This resource covers recycling, reuse, and renewable energy sources and explains global warming and greenhouse gases and their effects on Earth’s environment. Readers recognize engineers’ solutions to some of today’s environmental problems, including air and water pollution, and urban planning challenges. There is also a hands-on 'engineering in action' activity for readers to learn how to clean up an oil spill.
Starving, ed. , v.
Filled with current facts, key details, and expert analysis, this book introduces readers to the specifics of feeding a population, including problems, such as the dangers of overly processed food, and possible solutions, such as agroecology.
The Pros and Cons of Algae Biofuel, ed. , v.
This book examines algae biofuel, a new green energy technology. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of algae biofuel, and whether or not these tiny plants will solve the energy challenges of the future.
The Pros and Cons of Geothermal Power, ed. , v.
This book examines geothermal power, a growing energy source. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of geothermal power, and whether or not geothermal power will solve the energy challenges of the future.
The Pros and Cons of Nuclear Power, ed. , v.
This book examines nuclear power, a growing energy source. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of nuclear power, and whether or not nuclear power will solve the energy challenges of the future.
The Pros and Cons of Offshore Drilling, ed. , v.
This book examines offshore drilling, a controversial way of supplying the world with oil. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of offshore drilling, and whether or not offshore drilling will be a part of the energy challenges of the future.
The Pros and Cons of Wave Power, ed. , v.
This book examines wave power, a green energy technology that harnesses a renewable resource. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of wave power, and whether or not wave power will be a part of the energy challenges of the future.
The Pros and Cons of Wind Power, ed. , v.
This book examines wind energy, a growing renewable energy resource. Learn about how this energy technology developed, the risks and rewards of wind power, and whether or not wind power will be a part of the energy challenges of the future.
UXL Encyclopedia of Biomes, ed. 2, v.
Offers detailed comparative essays on major biomes and their component ecosystems. Includes entries on land biomes and water biomes and covers climate, elevation, soil, water bodies, vegetation, animal life, food web, plant and animal adaptations, endangered species, human effects on the biome and the effects of the environment on humans' culture and economy.
UXL Encyclopedia of Weather and Natural Disasters, ed. , v.
Introduces students to the topic of weather and natural disasters, covering such topics as weather basics, weather phenomena, forecasting, and climate. Provides information on the scientific aspects of various types of disasters including: blizzards, earthquakes, flooding, tornadoes, volcanoes, and wildfires.
Worldmark Encyclopedia of U.S. and Canadian Environmental Issues, ed. , v.
Covers the environmental issues for each U.S. state and Canadian province. Essays include an introduction that describes the geographical and geological features of the state/province, information on how global climate change could affect the state/province and its inhabitants, information on natural resources, energy, Green Economy, Green Jobs, and Green Building, and a special section that covers a major environmental topic in each state/province.
History
American Decades Primary Sources, ed. , v.
Cross-disciplinary source spanning the 20th century. Each volume in the set includes full or excerpted primary sources representing the seminal issues, themes, movements and events from a decade. Includes oral histories, songs, speeches, advertisements, TV, play and movie scripts, letters, laws, legal decisions, newspaper articles, cartoons, recipes, and more.
American Decades Primary Sources, ed. , v. 11
This volume covers the first decade of the twenty-first century from monumental events and groundbreaking individuals to the details of Americans' daily lives. Topics include world events, the arts, business and the economy, education, fashion, government and politics, law and justice, lifestyles and social trends, media, medicine and health, religion, science and technology, and sports.
American Decades, ed. , v.
Cross-disciplinary source for junior and high school students and teachers, public librarians and general researchers who need to document and analyze periods of contemporary American social history (1900-1999).
American Decades, ed. , v.
Covers everything from monumental events and groundbreaking individuals to the fascinating details of Americans' daily lives. Supports historical research in disciplines from the arts and business to law, medicine, technology and social trends.
American Eras, ed. , v.
Includes essays on events, publications, lifestyles and individuals important to particular eras in U.S. history.
American First Ladies, ed. 3, v.
Offers a detailed profile of every first lady from Martha Washington to Michelle Obama. Biographical chapters are divided into various sections dealing with family and educational background; each first lady's relationship with the president; the first lady's years in the White House; and additional insights into those activities and accomplishments for which the first lady became known.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American Social Reform Movements Reference Library, ed. , v.
This four-volume set chronicles and illustrates movements from the American Revolution to the present day. Intended to help students successfully complete research and projects.
Ancient Civilizations Reference Library, ed. , v.
The ancient civilizations of Iraq, Egypt, India, China, Central America and other regions are the focus of this remarkable contribution to student reference.
Ancient Greece and Rome, ed. , v.
Covers an extensive array of topics on ancient Greece and Rome including daily life, art and architecture, philosophy, science, religion, statesmen, military leaders, emperors, and more.
Bowling, Beatniks, and Bell-Bottoms, ed. 2, v.
Covers the popular culture of the 20th Century and first decade of the 21st Century. Provides a cross-disciplinary source for junior and high school students and teachers, public librarians and general researchers who need a single, consistent reference to explore and analyze the social trends, events, and people that have impacted contemporary history.
Daily Life of Victorian Women, ed. , v.
This book documents the varied realities of the lives of Victorian women. It provides in-depth comparative analysis of the experiences of women from all classes, especially the working class and addresses changes in their lives and society over time.
Elizabethan World Reference Library, ed. , v.
Provides background and information on the culture and history of the Elizabethan period, biographies of significant men and women of the time, and primary sources that represent some of the most significant and studied documents of the era.
Encyclopaedia Judaica, ed. 2, v.
Provides an exhaustive and organized overview of Jewish life and knowledge from the Second Temple period to the contemporary State of Israel, from Rabbinic to modern Yiddish literature, from Kabbalah to 'Americana' and from Zionism to the contribution of Jews to world cultures, Encyclopaedia Judaica, 2nd edition is important to scholars, general readers and students.
Encyclopedia of European Social History, ed. , v.
This six-volume reference includes more than 230 articles, ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 words, on everything from serfdom and the economy, to witchcraft and public health.
Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World, ed. 2, v.
This reference work includes articles on the history, religion, cultural practices, and political economies of Muslims from the seventh-century in West Asia to today’s Muslim societies throughout the continents of Asia, Africa, the Subcontinent, Europe, and the Americas.
Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture, ed. 2, v.
Provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary view of Latin American history and culture from prehistoric times to the present. Covers cultural issues and includes numerous biographical profiles of important figures in politics, letters and the arts.
Encyclopedia of Western Colonialism since 1450, ed. , v.
Provides students and researchers with a much-needed, comprehensive resource on the subject of colonialism and expansion. From a global perspective, the set traces many facets of colonial growth and imperialism, and much more.
Encyclopedia of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, ed. , v.
A three-volume survey of the military aspects of the American Revolutionary War, covering the period 1763-1783. The alphabetically arranged entries include biographies as well as discussions of campaigns and strategy; battles, skirmishes, and naval actions; weaponry; political issues and events; and how the European powers participated in the conflict. For students, historians, and general readers.
Europe 1789-1914: Encyclopedia of the Age of Industry and Empire, ed. , v.
A five-volume survey of European history from the onset of the French Revolution to the outbreak of World War. Alphabetically arranged entries cover the period's most significant personalities and meaningful developments in the arts, religion, politics, exploration, and warfare. For students, scholars, and general readers.
Europe Since 1914: Encyclopedia of the Age of War and Reconstruction, ed. , v.
A multi-volume survey of European history from the beginning of World War I in 1914 to the present, presented through alphabetically arranged entries that focus on the period's scientific, social and cultural history as well as the political, military and economic developments. For students and general readers.
Forensic Science, ed. , v.
This title presents the history of forensics. Text details how early studies of toxic chemicals and firearm analysis led to modern scientific crime solving techniques. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Provides a broad overview of war throughout American history, with a special emphasis on how war effects, and is affected by, political, economic, and social change in American and global society.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Provides a concise history of the U.S. government and political scene throughout American history, with a particular emphasis on how government and politics effects, and is affected by, social change.
Gale Encyclopedia of World History, ed. , v.
Provides a broad overview of war throughout world history, from ancient times to present, with a special emphasis on its causes and repercussions.
Gale Encyclopedia of World History, ed. , v.
Provides a broad overview of national governments throughout history, explaining their structures and histories, key players and events, and how governments effect, and are affected by, social change.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Provides historical information on the battlefield and homefront experience and the political, economic, social, and cultural life of the North and South during the War. Primary source documents in the form of first-person accounts, letters, diaries, journals, newspapers, and literature bring to life the experiences of the Union and Confederate participants and the people they left behind.
Gale Library of Daily Life, ed. , v.
Illuminates daily life in slave society in America from colonial times to the end of the Civil War. Provides information on the business and regulation of slavery, the plantation way of life, work, family and community, culture and leisure, health and medicine, religion, resistance and rebellion, and slavery and freedom in the North.
Gilded Age and Progressive Era Reference Library, ed. , v.
Focuses on the significant social and culture changes that occurred in the years 1878-1913.
Histories of Everyday Life in Totalitarian Regimes, ed. , v.
This set explores daily life in such totalitarian dictatorships as Nazi Germany, Stalin's Soviet Union, China under Mao, and North Korea. Entries focus on compelling personal histories detailing the experiences of individuals in these regimes. The personal experiences are conveyed in such first-hand accounts as memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, and letters.
History in Dispute, ed. , v. 1
This series addresses heavily debated questions by offering different critical perspectives on major historical events, drawn from all time periods and from all parts of the globe. Each volume in this series has a thematic, era or subject-specific focus that coincides with the way history is studied at the academic level. Entries are selected by an advisory board of historians and academics.
Landmarks of the American Revolution: Library of Military History, ed. 2, v.
Zooming in on key locations connected to the American Revolution, this expanded and completely revised edition of Col. Mark M. Boatner III's original book goes beyond U.S. borders when profiling historical sites and landmarks significant to the war. The original state-by-state guide now also includes coverage of the war in the West Indies and an expanded treatment of Canada.
Learning About the Holocaust, ed. , v.
Offers articles written at the 9th and 10th grade reading levels; includes diary entries and stories about young people who lived during the Holocaust.
Life During the Renaissance, ed. , v.
This book examines the conditions that led to the Renaissance as well as the work of the writers, artists, dramatists and scientists who emerged during the era.
Life in the Time of Shakespeare, ed. , v.
This book examines life in the time of William Shakespeare, a period of great advancement in literature but also a time when there was a tremendous gap in the standard of living between the rich and poor.
New Encyclopedia of Africa, ed. 2, v.
Addresses the entire history of African cultures from the pharaohs and the ancient civilizations of the south through the colonial era to the emergence of 53 independent countries, some of them newly emergent in world commerce and others deep in conflict. Covers issues facing the continent such as global development, the AIDS crisis, and international terrorism.
Prejudice in the Modern World Reference Library, ed. , v.
Explores the many different types of prejudice, their history, what causes these prejudices in people and societies, and their consequences. Presents profiles of diverse and unique men and women who played key roles in the history of prejudice. Excerpted documents tell various stories in the words of the people who fought prejudice, acted out prejudices, and those who were the victims of prejudice.
Sexuality in the Age of Shakespeare, ed. , v.
Examines the important themes of sexuality, gender, love, and marriage in stage, literary, and film treatments of Shakespeare's plays.
Shakespeare's Globe Theater, ed. , v.
This book presents the most popular playhouse in Elizabethan England, the original Globe Theater, which once stood along the banks of the Thames River in London. The Globe staged plays by the greatest playwright of his day, William Shakespeare, had its life cut short by fire, and, in the twentieth century rose again to entertain thousands of visitors.
Supreme Court Decisions (1803-2017), ed. , v.
This book covers important historical documents from the U.S. Supreme Court as well as other courts in American history. It provides in-depth analysis of a broad range of court cases covering critical topics, including Marbury v. Madison, Roe v. Wade, Plessy v. Ferguson, Bush v. Gore, and Muller v. Oregon.
The Ancient Near East, ed. , v.
Provides an overview of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Iran/Persia, and the Arabian Peninsula, covering more than 4,000 years, from the Early Bronze Age to 325 B.C.E.
The Eleanor Roosevelt Papers, ed. , v. 1
Chronicling Eleanor Roosevelt's development as diplomat, journalist, and political strategist in the years 1945 to 1948, this publication is filled with original writings and speeches.
The Middle Ages, ed. , v.
Covers an array of topics on the Middle Ages including daily life, art and architecture, science, religion, politics, women's issues, and more.
The New Era of the 1920s, ed. , v.
This book covers all aspects of 1920s political, artistic, popular, and economic culture in America, examining cultural and social advancement as well as various forms of oppression in the United States, including the rise of tabloid journalism and mass media, the banning and reinstatement of alcohol, and the advent of voting rights for women and Native Americans. It includes topical and biographical entries, primary documents, sample essay questions, and learning objectives.
The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives, ed. , v. 1
Presents original scholarly biographies of notable Americans. Profiles careers and achievements as well as biographical data including family members; educational background; names of spouses and marriage and divorce dates; addresses of residences; and cause of death and place of burial.
UXL Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Introduces the history of the United States from pre-Colonial America to the present day. Explores the timeline of America: its founders, key historical figures, wars, events, political environment, economy, and culture.
Women Athletes, ed. , v.
This book celebrates women athletes through the ages, from early Olympians to present powerhouses like Serena Williams and Missy Franklin.
Women Entrepreneurs, ed. , v.
This book celebrates the many women, such as Madame C. J. Walker, Elizabeth Arden, Weili Dai, and Oprah Winfrey, who broke down the barriers and became successful entrepreneurs. Their successes inspired other women, who in turn, inspired others, until women became fixtures in the world of business.
Women Political Leaders, ed. , v.
This book celebrates the lives and accomplishments of some of the women who have made their mark on history through leadership and example, and discover how they overcame obstacles to become female leaders.
Women Warriors, ed. , v.
This book profiles women who have proven that courage doesn’t have a gender. Gain insight into the lives and struggles of great warriors such as Joan of Arc, pirate queens such as Grace O’Malley, and international spies such as Mata Hari, and discover the motivations behind their bravery.
Women Writers, ed. , v.
This collection of biographies is designed to help better understand the women who recorded human history through their experiences and imaginations. Famous writers such as Sappho, Jane Austen, Anne Frank, Maya Angelou, and many others are featured, bringing insight into the exceptional lives of women wordsmiths throughout the ages.
Women in Technology, ed. , v.
This book celebrates the lives and accomplishments of women inventors and innovators throughout history. Learn about these remarkable women who changed science, technology, and the world as we know it.
Women in World History, ed. , v.
Covers women of historical interest worldwide, from around 3100 BCE to the modern age, from every walk of life-artists, pirates, scientists, athletes, philanthropists, adventurers, politicians, pacifists, saints, and courtesans, even those famous for just being famous. Individual, collective, and joint entries (i.e. Astronauts: Women in Space, Egyptian Feminism, Siege Warfare and Women, etc.) are included.
World Eras, ed. , v. 1
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of the European Renaissance and Reformation, 1350-1600.
World Eras, ed. , v. 10
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of West African kingdoms, 500-1590.
World Eras, ed. , v. 2
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of the rise and spread of Islam, 622-1500.
World Eras, ed. , v. 3
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of the Roman Republic and Empire, 264 B.C.E.-476 C.E.
World Eras, ed. , v. 4
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of medieval Europe, 814-1350.
World Eras, ed. , v. 5
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of ancient Egypt, 2615-332 B.C.E.
World Eras, ed. , v. 6
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of classical Greek civilization, 800-323 B.C.E.
World Eras, ed. , v. 7
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of imperial China, 617-1644.
World Eras, ed. , v. 8
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of ancient Mesopotamia, 3300-331 B.C.E.
World Eras, ed. , v. 9
Examines major civilizations that have flourished from antiquity to modern times, with a global perspective and a strong emphasis on daily life and social history. This volume provides in-depth coverage of the Industrial Revolution in Europe, 1750-1914.
Law
A Woman's Right to an Abortion, ed. , v.
In 1973, in the case of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court finally decided that women should be allowed to have an abortion. This book gives the background on the case and the path the case took to make it to the Supreme Court, and presents both the majority and dissenting opinions related to the case. It also takes a look at the lasting impact the case has continued to have on policies and the legal system.
Constitutional Amendments, ed. 2, v.
Provides the history and social context of the amendment process, covering each of the 27 amendments. Significant issues, events, figures, movements and judicial/legislative actions in the history of each amendment are also covered chronologically.
Crimes of the Centuries, ed. , v.
This resource offers a comprehensive summary of the misdeeds, perpetrators, and victims involved in the most memorable crime events in American history, featuring the most famous crimes and trials in the United States since colonial times.
Desegregating Schools, ed. , v.
Readers will learn what led up to the Brown v. Board of Education case, how the case made it to the Supreme Court, and how this case changed everything when it came to race equality in the United States. Also included are questions to consider, primary source documents, and a chronology of the case.
Establishing the Rights of the Accused, ed. , v.
The Miranda rights, which are read to apprehended suspects, are one of the things people point to when they talk about American rights and freedoms. Readers will find out how this now basic right came to pass. Also included are questions to consider, primary source documents, and a chronology of the case.
Fighting Censorship, ed. , v.
This title gives a balanced report of what went on when the New York Times published articles about the then-unknown Vietnam War and how the case made it to the Supreme Court. It also gives lots of detail on the differing opinions and what the ultimate decision was. Also included are questions to consider, primary source documents, and a chronology of the case.
Gale Encyclopedia of Everyday Law, ed. 2, v.
This encyclopedia fills a much-needed gap between legal texts focusing on the theory and history behind the law and more practical guides dealing with the law and its everyday effect upon its citizens. Containing approximately 200 articles, the Encyclopedia includes: brief descriptions of each issue's historical background, covering important statutes and cases; profiles of various U.S. laws and regulations; and details of how laws and regulations vary from state to state.
Gale Encyclopedia of U.S. History, ed. , v.
Provides a concise history of the U.S. government and political scene throughout American history, with a particular emphasis on how government and politics effects, and is affected by, social change.
Gale Encyclopedia of World History, ed. , v.
Provides a broad overview of national governments throughout history, explaining their structures and histories, key players and events, and how governments effect, and are affected by, social change.
Government, Politics, and Protest: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
A collection of primary source documents that focus on leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. International in scope, each title is devoted to one topic.
Human and Civil Rights: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
These volumes of primary source documents focus on leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. International in scope, each title is devoted to one topic.
National Security, ed. 2007, v.
A compilation of current and historical statistics with analysis on U. S. national security, including a comprehensive summary of up-to-date research on the topic. Data are compiled from reports generated by branches of the U.S. government, information collected by major independent polling organizations and authoritative associations, and from professional journals, newspapers, pamphlets, and other reliable sources.
Terrorism: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
These volumes of primary source documents focus on leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. International in scope, each title is devoted to one topic.
World Encyclopedia of Police Forces and Correctional Systems, ed. 2, v.
This fully updated version of the original 1989 edition of the World Encyclopedia of Police Forces and Correctional Systems describes the national law enforcement and correctional systems of more than 195 countries across the globe.
Literature
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Mark Twain's novel, 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. A chronology of Twain’s life, a complete list of Twain’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Essays in this volume discuss critical viewpoints about Walker’s work. Topics include a discussion of her symbolism, metaphysics, and aesthetics; her views on feminism; and her responses to the issues of politics, slavery, poverty and sexism. Also included is a brief biography.
All Things Dickinson, ed. , v.
This book provides the wider context necessary for a more complete understanding of Dickinson, presenting Dickinson's life and times as well as discussion of her poetry and letters. Examines topics such as the history of Amherst, MA, and the Dickinson family's place in it.
American History Through Literature 1820-1870, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American History Through Literature 1870-1920, ed. , v.
Designed for the general reader, this set presents literature not as a simple inventory of authors or titles but rather as a historical and cultural field viewed from a wide array of contemporary perspectives. The set, which is 'new historicist' in its approach to literary criticism, endorses the notion that not only does history affect literature, but literature itself informs history.
American Poets and Poetry, ed. , v.
This encyclopedia covers U.S. poetry from the Colonial era to the present, and includes entries on hundreds of poets of the American canon.
Animal Farm, ed. , v.
This collection contextualizes the allegorical novel that established George Orwell as the greatest British satirist since Jonathan Swift. This volume considers Animal Farm within the author’s multidisciplinary oeuvre, the complex cultural climate of its composition, and the diverse range of critical responses to the text.
Barbara Kingsolver, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Barbara Kingsolver. A chronology of Kingsolver’s life, a complete list of Kingsolver’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Beloved, ed. , v.
This book provides in-depth critical discussions of Toni Morrison’s novel, Beloved. Several essays in this volume study major themes of Beloved, including motherhood, the psychological impacts of slavery, and repression of memory, as well as connections to the real-life slave who inspired Morrison's story.
Benjamin Franklin, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Benjamin Franklin. A chronology of Franklin’s life, a complete list of Franklin’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Black Literature Criticism, ed. 2, v.
Focuses on writers and works published since 1950. The majority of the authors surveyed are African American, but representative African and Caribbean authors are also included.
Class Conflict in Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Emily Bronte.
Colonialism in Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Joseph Conrad.
Coming of Age in Sue Monk Kidd's The Secret Lives of Bees, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of writer, Sue Monk Kidd.
Concise Major 21st Century Writers, ed. , v.
A comprehensive, five-volume set, Concise Major 21st-Century Writers profiles today’s most outstanding and widely known writers. Clearly written in an easy-to-use format, it collects detailed biographical and bibliographical information on approximately 700 authors who are most often studied in college and high school.
Conspiracies, ed. , v.
This book explores touchstone moments in conspiracy fiction -- in film as well as in classic and popular works -- and delves into the socio-political aspects of conspiracies while examining them at the heart of some of the most beloved canonical literature in English. A bibliography, biographies of the editor and contributors, and an alphabetical Index are also provided.
Critical Approaches to Literature: Psychological, ed. , v.
The book examines a representative body of British and American work, including poems, short fiction, drama, and film spanning across historical periods, from a psychological perspective to provide a foundational understanding of this approach and how it is applied.
Critical Companion to Alice Walker, ed. , v.
Provides a concise but thorough biography of writer, Alice Walker, known primarily for her best-selling novel and masterpiece 'The Color Purple'.
Critical Companion to Mary Shelley, ed. , v.
Provides a concise but thorough biography of author, Mary Shelly, known for her classic novel, 'Frankenstein'.
Critical Companion to Ralph Waldo Emerson, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the poet, Ralph Waldo Emerson. This volume examines Emerson's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his poems.
Critical Companion to Tim O'Brien, ed. , v.
Provides an up-to-date resource for students interested in the author, Tim O'Brien. This volume examines O'Brien's life and his most important works, including all of his major essays and many of his novels.
Democracy in the Poetry of Walt Whitman, ed. , v.
Provides an in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of American poet, Walt Whitman.
Depression in Sylvia Plath's The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of poet, Sylvia Plath.
Dracula, by Bram Stoker, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of Bram Stoker's novel, Dracula. The volume is rounded out by a chronology of the important events in Stoker’s life, a list of his works, and a bibliography with suggestions for further reading.
Dystopia, ed. , v.
This book offers great starting point for students seeking an introduction to the theme and the critical discussions surrounding it. Works discussed include Utopia; Looking Backward; We; Brave New World; Anthem; A Clockwork Orange; Make Room! Make Room!; Fahrenheit 451; Nineteen Eighty-Four; The Handmaid's Tale; and Little Brother.
Edith Wharton, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Edith Wharton. A chronology of Wharton’s life, a complete list of Wharton’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Emily Dickinson, ed. , v.
This book provides in-depth critical discussions of poet, Emily Dickinson. This volume brings together a variety of new and classic essays on Dickinson's life and work.
Ernest Hemingway, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Ernest Hemingway. A chronology of Hemingway’s life, a complete list of Hemingway’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Fahrenheit 451, by Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Ray Bradbury's novel, 'Fahrenheit 451'. A chronology of Bradbury’s life, a complete list of Bradbury’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Family, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that address the theme of family in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
Feminism in Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
This six-volume set explores the history of women and feminism throughout literature, from classical antiquity to modern times. Topics covered include misogyny and women's social roles in ancient civilizations, 16th-century women's devotional literature, 17th- and 18th-century women's captivity narratives, the women's suffrage movement in 19th-century America, women writers of the 'Lost Generation,' lesbian literature, and much more.
Feminism, ed. , v.
Feminism has had, perhaps, the greatest impact of any relatively recent approach to literary theory. It has not only helped create or revive interest in many previously little-known or much-neglected authors but has also raised key issues about gender—issues that have influenced numerous other approaches, such as multiculturalism and LGBTQ studies. This title offers deliberately diverse approaches to women writers, women-centered texts, and feminist methods of interpretation.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of American Literature, ed. , v.
Covers American authors from many periods and genres, building a broad understanding of the various contexts - from the biographical to the literary to the historical - in which literature can be viewed.
Gale Contextual Encyclopedia of World Literature, ed. , v.
Covers world authors from many periods and genres, building an understanding of the various contexts -- from the biographical to the literary to the historical -- in which literature can be viewed. Identifies the significant literary devices and global themes that define a writer's style and place the author in a larger literary tradition as chronicled and evaluated by critics over time.
Gender in Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Lorraine Hansberry.
George Eliot, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of George Eliot. A chronology of Eliot’s life, a complete list of Eliot’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
George Orwell, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of George Orwell. A chronology of Orwell’s life, a complete list of Orwell’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Good and Evil, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that present an introduction to the perennial theme of good and evil in literature, and the critical discussions that surround it. A bibliography of critical sources for readers seeking to study this timeless theme in greater depth is also included.
Gothic Literature: A Gale Critical Companion, ed. , v.
Spans all facets of gothic literature, including visual and performing arts, society and culture, themes, and settings. Includes primary source documents and critical material to provide a contextual perspective, a related chronology of key events, full-text commentaries, and lists of further readings.
Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Charles Dickens's novel, 'Great Expectations'. An analysis of the moral character of the protagonist, Pip, an examination of the Christian imagery and rituals present in the novel, and the treatment of gender and class are among the topics discussed.
Historical Fiction, ed. , v.
This book encourages readers to engage with plots based on historical events and characters, reimagine history in cases where it is reconstructed, become better acquainted with history as it is personalized through specific characters, and question historical fact.
Histories of Everyday Life in Totalitarian Regimes, ed. , v.
This set explores daily life in such totalitarian dictatorships as Nazi Germany, Stalin's Soviet Union, China under Mao, and North Korea. Entries focus on compelling personal histories detailing the experiences of individuals in these regimes. The personal experiences are conveyed in such first-hand accounts as memoirs, autobiographies, diaries, and letters.
Holocaust Literature, ed. , v.
Identifies the most important works on the Holocaust, by both first and second-generation survivors as well as philosophers, novelists, poets, and playwrights reflecting on the Holocaust today. Provides reviews of the classics of Holocaust literature, which include histories, biographies, memoirs, diaries, testimonials, eyewitness accounts, philosophy, social criticism, novels, short fiction, poetry, and plays.
Holocaust Literature, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that explore the literature that came out of The Holocaust, from non-fiction accounts like Anne Frank's 'The Diary of a Young Girl' and Elie Wiesel's 'Night' to fictionalized novels such as 'Sophie's Choice' by William Styron. A list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes, is also included.
Jane Austen, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Jane Austen and her work. Original essays offer readers an introduction to Austen by explicating the culture and time period during which Austen wrote her classic novels and the long history of Austen criticism as well as by offering close readings of two of her novels, 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Persuasion'.
Jane Eyre, ed. , v.
This book presents a variety of new essays on Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre, considered by many to have revolutionized the art of fiction. Many agree that Bronte was ahead of her time as she explored the individualistic character of Jane, and topics such as classism, sexuality, religion and issues of gender.
Joseph Conrad, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Joseph Conrad. A chronology of Conrad’s life, a complete list of Conrad’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Literary Movements for Students, ed. 2, v.
Entries provide in-depth historical background information on each movement as well as modern critical interpretation of each movement's characteristic styles and themes.
Literary Themes for Students: Race and Prejudice, ed. , v.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
Literary Themes for Students: The American Dream, ed. , v.
Provides readers with an overview of literary works that explore the theme of the American dream. Analyzes poetry, plays, short stories, novels, and works of nonfiction that address this theme in some capacity, and how that theme has been treated in literature at different times in history and across diverse cultures.
Literary Themes for Students: War and Peace, ed. , v.
Presents a myriad of viewpoints, so that modern readers can begin to grasp the complexities of war and its impact. Such stories give voice to the individuals who fight and are fought against, who are injured, who suffer on the battlefield and at home, and who, inevitably, can no longer speak for themselves. Examines dominant and recurring subthemes in the literature of war; including survival, terrorism, leadership, and genocide.
Literature and Its Times Supplement 1, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literature and Its Times, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth commentary on characters, themes, and the historical and social context of 300 most-studied literary works, including novels, plays, poems, speeches, and short stories, both international and American.
Literature of Protest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with essays that examine literature of protest, which are fiction and poetry works that emerged from minority social positions, critiqued majority status quo conditions, and presented radical and alternative views of the world. All of the essays conclude with a list of 'Works Cited,' along with endnotes.
Little Women, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Louisa May Alcott's novel, 'Little Women'. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Lord of the Flies, ed. , v.
This book discusses William Golding’s Lord of the Flies, including its initial critical reception, the moral issues it raises, its film adaptations, and the ways in which commentary about the novel has evolved in the six decades since its first publication. It also explores the ways the novel has been received on both sides of the Atlantic and examines its themes, characters, and structures from a diversity of critical perspectives.
Louisa May Alcott, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Louisa May Alcott. A chronology of Alcott’s life, a complete list of Alcott’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Margaret Atwood, ed. , v.
This book presents a great starting point for students seeking an introduction to Margaret Atwood and the critical discussions surrounding her work. As the author of over forty works, including over a dozen novels and over a dozen books of poetry as well as collections of short stories and short fictions, works of literary criticism, and collections of her essays and reviews, Atwood is indisputably Canada’s best-known contemporary author.
Mark Twain, ed. , v.
This volume collects a variety of essays on Twain's life and works. One outlines the essential details of Twain's life, and four others provide valuable introductory material. A selection of other essays provides readers with a deeper understanding of the critical issues surrounding Twain's work. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Twain's life, a list of his principal works, and a bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study Twain in greater depth.
Modern American Literature, ed. 5, v.
Provides insight into the careers of nearly 500 20th-century American writers, including black and women writers. Entries include important critical excerpts, chronologically arranged and collected from a wide variety of sources such as books, scholarly journals, general periodicals and newspapers.
Mrs. Dalloway, by Virginia Woolf, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Virginia Woolf's novel, 'Mrs. Dalloway'. A chronology of Woolf’s life, a complete list of Woolf’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Nathaniel Hawthorne, ed. , v.
The essays in this volume present a variety of critical viewpoints and an array of critical approaches to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s work. Some consider cultural and historical contexts, while others examine the state of Hawthorne studies through changing critical fashions. Some of the essays look to biographical speculation, some consider Hawthorne's psychology, and yet others look closely to those issues that concerned Hawthorne most.
Nature and the Environment, ed. , v.
This book addresses the themes of nature and the environment in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. Classic works discussed include Walden, Call of the Wild, O Pioneers!, The Old Man and the Sea, and selections from the poetry of William Wordsworth, while contemporary works include …and the earth did not devour him, Desert Solitaire, and Prodigal Summer.
Neil Gaiman, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Neil Gaiman. A chronology of Gaiman’s life, a complete list of Gaiman’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Nineteen Eighty-Four, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of George Orwell's novel, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four'. A chronology of Orwell’s life, a complete list of Orwell’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 1, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 2, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 3, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Nobel Prize Laureates in Literature, Part 4, ed. , v.
A biographical-bibliographical guide to the writers who have received the Nobel Prize in Literature. Provides entries for each Nobel Prize Laureate, including the Nobel Prize in Literature presentation speech for the corresponding year and the banquet speech given by the Nobel Prize Laureate.
Novelists with Feminist Themes, ed. , v.
Provides essays of influential feminist writers such as Margaret Atwood, Anais Nin, Gertrude Stein, and Virginia Woolf.
Novels for Students, ed. , v. 17
Provides critical overviews of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes discussions of plot, characters, themes and structure as well as the work's cultural and historical significance.
Of Mice and Men, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of John Steinbeck's novel, 'Of Mice and Men'. A chronology of Steinbeck’s life, a complete list of Steinbeck’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Paranoia, Fear and Alienation, ed. , v.
This book presents critical works on authors or directors who plunge their readers/viewers into the visceral experience of fear by depicting characters and conflicts as realistically as possible. Subjects of analysis include cultural examinations of danger and civility, fear in Shakespeare's Macbeth, historical considerations of women and paranoia, and comparisons of the role of the camera.
Poetry for Students, ed. , v. 18
Features discussion and analysis of poems of all time periods, nations, and cultures. Provides an overview of the poem and discussion of its principal themes, images, form and construction.
Pride and Prejudice, ed. , v.
The essays in this volume are intended to help the novice or the non-specialist in Austen studies get some sense of the complexities that have made Pride and Prejudice an enduring classic, and suggest avenues for further study.
Race in Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Ralph Ellison.
Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man, ed. , v.
Offers a detailed summary of the plot of Invisible Man as well as a discussion of its origin and considers the social, historical, and political contexts informing Ralph Ellison's work, along with the themes and issues Ellison addresses.
Ray Bradbury, ed. , v.
This book explores the work of Ray Bradbury, a mainstay in American science fiction. Topics discussed include Utopian/dystopian robotic technologies; translocality in The Martian Chronicles; and Faith and Reason in Fahrenheit 451.
Reading and Interpreting the Works of Alice Walker, ed. , v.
This book combines biography with literary analysis and criticism, guiding readers to understand how to read and interpret the works of American writer Alice Walker.
Robert Frost, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with in-depth, critical discussions of the life and works of Robert Frost. Included is a brief biography and chronology of Frost's life and an extensive bibliography for readers wishing to study the poet's work in greater depth.
Satire, ed. , v.
This book examines and analyzes the ways satire has appeared as a significant approach to literature from many different times and cultures. It explores various particular works of satire, including the classics Catch-22 and Animal Farm, and discusses the role that satire has played in human history.
Scribner Writers Online Series, ed. , v.
Bio-critical essays on the lives and works of more than 1,400 important authors from around the world. Entries include concise essays, citations, and biographical information that places the author's work in personal and historical context.
Shakespeare for Students, ed. 2, v.
Collection of essays by Shakespeare scholars that have been selected for students at the high school or undergraduate college level. Each entry includes an introduction; a plot synopsis; a character list; a discussion of the work's principal themes; information about the style and literary devices used; a conversation about the work's historical context; and a critical overview.
Sherman Alexie, ed. , v.
This volume includes a biographical sketch of Sherman Alexie which provides a guide to many of the most noteworthy incidents and circumstances of his life. Other essays explore impact of atrocities on his writing, the identity of the American Indian in modern writing, and the author's broadening perspective on the human condition. His poetry and contemporary critical reception are explored, as well as the role of music, storytelling and oral traditions in his work.
Short Stories for Students, ed. , v. 39
Provides critical overviews of short stories from all cultures and time periods. Includes discussions of plot, characters, themes and structure as well as the story's cultural and historical significance.
Slaughterhouse-Five, by Kurt Vonnegut, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Kurt Vonnegut's novel, 'Slaughterhouse-Five'. A chronology of Vonnegut’s life, a complete list of Vonnegut’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
Slavery in Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American social reformer, orator, writer and statesman, Frederick Douglass.
Slavery in Toni Morrison's Beloved, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Nobel Prize in Literature author, Toni Morrison.
Social Justice and American Literature, ed. , v.
This book examines the work of American writers Richard Wright, Amy Lowell, Philip Roth, Kate Chopin and James Baldwin among others, and discusses such themes as gender, feminism, class, race, and socioeconomic justice.
The Awakening, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with an exploration of the most up-to–date collection of scholarly thinking and essays on Kate Chopin’s novella, 'The Awakening'. A bibliography of critical sources is also provided.
The Bell Jar, ed. , v.
This volume consists of new and old essays about The Bell Jar. The essays have some common directions: they are focused on how the time period affected Plath and her fictional counterpart Esther Greenwood; also on Esther's internal struggles and how they were dealt with by Esther and by others. There is also discussion of how Plath defined her creative life by looking at her writing process, her reading, her inspirations, and her thoughts about the writing life.
The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer, ed. , v.
This book offers an in-depth introduction by renowned literary critics, providing an enjoyable approach to the complexities of The Canterbury Tales. Considered one the English language’s most masterful works, Geoffrey Chaucer's series of tales has managed to stay relevant and prominent for more than six hundred years.
The Hero's Quest, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a series of essays that address the theme of the hero's quest in literature through a diverse set of texts and through multiple methodologies. The essays survey the critical conversation regarding the theme, explore its cultural and historical contexts, and offer close and comparative readings of key texts containing the theme.
The Historian's Awakening, ed. , v.
This collection provides commentary on Kate Chopin's classic novel with social and cultural history context, and discussions of the author and her times, as well as insight into historical forces that shaped people's lives and the 19th-century social and cultural environment from which the novel emerged. It examines how 19th-century ideas about class, gender, ethnicity, and modernity affect a woman's life, and challenges prevailing scholarship through historical context.
The Hobbit, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of J.R.R. Tolkien's novel, 'The Hobbit'. A chronology of Tolkien’s life, a complete list of Tolkien’s works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The House on Mango Street, by Sandra Cisneros, ed. , v.
This volume offers an introduction to Sandra Cisneros's acclaimed novel. Four essays offer a framework for developing a deeper understanding of its key themes and contexts. Other essays cover feminist approaches to Mango Street, gender stereotypes, patriarchy, female friendships, and more. Also included are a brief biography and chronology of Cisneros's life, a complete list of her current major publications, and a bibliography of resources for further study.
The Joy Luck Club, by Amy Tan, ed. , v.
This book provides readers with a collection of essays and in-depth discussions of Amy Tan’s novel, 'The Joy Luck Club'. A chronology of Tan’s life, a complete list of her works and their original dates of publication, a general bibliography, a detailed paragraph on the volume’s editor, notes on the individual chapter authors, and a subject index are also provided.
The Kite Runner, ed. , v.
The Kite Runner combines a compelling, moving narrative, memorable characters and situations, with depictions of suffering and guilt, an urgent quest for redemption, and engagement with Afghanistan’s history, politics and relations with American culture. This title's essays discuss its critical reception, style, structure and themes, mythical, moral, historical, and political dimensions, relevance in the 21st century, and its adaptations to film, stage play and graphic novel.
The Literature of Autobiographical Narrative, ed. , v.
This collection examines works that chronicle a life or are compiled from narrated memories. The entries focus on autobiographies, diaries, journals and oral histories from around the world and various time periods to bring us closer to the human experience of history. Some entries look at those who carry on the tradition of oral history, such the West African Griot, Scandinavian Skald, British and Gaelic bards, and Native American storytellers.
The Literature of Propaganda, ed. , v.
Contains 300 entries that explore literary works that deal with propaganda. The set includes a wide variety of genres and has an international scope. It explores the works of authors shaped by a variety of political, social, and economic movements, and places each work in its historical context. Each entry includes an overview of the work, historical context, primary themes and style, and critical discussion.
The Literature of War, ed. , v.
Provides historical, cultural and social context of works that focus on armed conflict throughout the world and time. It highlights the realities of war, its impact on society, and how it affects our understanding of it.
The Metamorphosis, by Franz Kafka, ed. , v.
This book provides a great starting point for students seeking an introduction to Franz Kafka’s most famous novella. Essays include a new, lengthy biography of the author, a discussion of the cultural and historical context of the work, the structure and function of self-alienation, Kafka's metaphor for extreme alienation, and a selective survey of the critical reception of The Metamorphosis.
The Palgrave Handbook of Holocaust Literature and Culture, ed. , v.
This book reflects current approaches to Holocaust literature that open up future thinking on Holocaust representation. The chapters consider diverse generational perspectives—survivor writing, second and third generation—and genres—memoirs, poetry, novels, graphic narratives, films, video-testimonies, and other forms of literary and cultural expression.
The Sun Also Rises, ed. , v.
This volume brings together a variety of new, classic, and contemporary criticism on Hemingway's masterpiece, including a quartet of new essays that provide valuable introductory material. Concluding the volume are a chronology of Hemingway's life, a list of his principal works, and a lengthy bibliography of critical works for readers desiring to study this classic novel in greater depth.
Twayne's Authors Series, ed. , v.
Twayne's is devoted to literary critical interpretation and discussion. It offers in-depth critical introductions to the lives and works of major writers of the world, including close analysis of key works. It provides insightful and original commentary on the history and influence of literary movements.
UXL Encyclopedia of World Mythology, ed. , v.
Entry topics include gods and goddesses; heroes and other key characters; motifs and global themes; major myths; and national or cultural mythologies. Coverage spans a diversity of cultures, including standard Greek/Roman entries as well as Native North and South American traditions, Norse mythology, Asian Pacific mythology, Judeo-Christian tradition, and Islamic and Hindu mythologies.
UXL Graphic Novelists, ed. , v.
Graphic novels -- novels merging pictures and rich language to create a unique experience of literature and art -- are enjoying a renewed popularity, especially with students and young adults. U·X·L's Graphic Novelists introduces researchers to the authors and illustrators behind these works, taking care to define and explore the distinction between comic books and graphic novels.
Violence in Anthony Burgess's A Clockwork Orange, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life and work of author Anthony Burgess, focusing on themes of human nature, violence, and freedom of choice.
War in Ernest Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of writer, Ernest Hemingway.
War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Tim O'Brien, depicting his experiences in the Vietnam War.
Women's Issues in Alice Walker's The Color Purple, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of author, Alice Walker.
Women's Issues in Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, ed. , v.
Examines Margaret Atwood's life, explores from various angles how Atwood addresses women's issues in The Handmaid's Tale, and considers ongoing issues facing women in the twenty-first century.
Women's Issues in Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of African-American writer, Zora Neale Hurston.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 1
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Latin America.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 2
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Africa.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 3
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Great Britain and Ireland, from the Celtic migrations to the Reform Bill.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 4
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Great Britain and Ireland, from the Victorian Era to the present.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 5
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Spain and Portugal.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 6
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from the Middle East.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 7
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on major fiction, poetry and nonfiction from Italy.
World Literature and Its Times, ed. , v. 8
Examines the relationship between the political/social climate during which books were written and the works themselves. This volume focuses on classical literature.
Young Adult Authors, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six young adult authors: J.K. Rowling, Walter Dean Myers, Rainbow Rowell, Nnedi Okorafor, Suzanne Collins, and John Green.
Medicine
Autoimmune Disease, ed. , v.
This book describes how the Jerne-Burnet Forbidden Clone Theory and the Adams-Knight H Gene Theory, solved the pathogenesis and genetics of the autoimmune diseases showing how specific immunotherapy and prophylaxis can be developed.
Complete Human Diseases and Conditions, ed. , v.
Presents information on numerous diseases and conditions. Articles include a definition of the disease or condition, an explanation of how it works in the body, information on causes, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment or cure, and lifestyles.
Emerging Infectious Diseases Sourcebook, ed. , v.
Provides information about diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. Explains how the immune system works against these infections, and how climatic changes impact the outbreak and spread of infectious diseases. Includes guidance for international travelers, a glossary of related terms and a directory of additional resources.
Encyclopedia of Drugs, Alcohol & Addictive Behavior, ed. 3, v.
Explores the social, medical, legal and political issues related to drugs and alcohol and associated behaviors. Includes emerging topics and developments in the many fields of addiction studies.
Human Diseases and Conditions, ed. 3, v.
Presents information on numerous diseases and conditions. Articles include a definition of the disease or condition, an explanation of how it works in the body, information on causes, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment or cure, and lifestyles.
Infectious Diseases & Conditions, ed. 2, v.
Covers all aspects of infectious diseases and their prevention, offering historical and technical background with a balanced discussion of discoveries, developments, and prognoses.
Infectious Diseases, ed. , v.
Covers the history, politics, and ethical debate related to infectious diseases. Includes articles on how such diseases impact trade and commerce, travel, and the future of industrialized and impoverished nations.
Infectious Diseases, ed. 2, v.
Covers the history, politics, and ethical debate related to infectious diseases. Includes articles on how such diseases impact trade and commerce, travel, and the future of industrialized and impoverished nations.
Medicine, Health, and Bioethics: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
A focus on leading social issues of the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Each title contains approximately 175 full or excerpted documents---speeches, legislation, magazine and newspaper articles, essays, memoirs, letters, interviews, novels, songs, and works of art---as well as overview information that places each document in context.
The Autoimmune Diseases, ed. 5, v.
This title explores the immune mechanisms underlying autoimmunity and autoimmune disease. It discusses the biological basis of disease at genetic, molecular, cellular, and epidemiologic levels and includes expanded coverage of autoinflammatory disease and autoimmune responses to tumors. It provides new material and combines common themes underlying inductive and effector mechanisms and therapies that relate generally to the autoimmune disorders.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer, ed. 4, v.
Comprehensive survey of cancers, cancer drugs, traditional and alternative treatments, side effects and diagnostic procedures.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets, ed. , v.
Covers topics such as dieting and popular diets, dietary concerns, nutritional basics, and the effects of a person's dietary choices on one's health. Topics are organized around the development and history of a diet, its basic principles, any key figures that influence the trend, and any public or regulatory concerns associated with the practice. Provides information across all age groups from infants to the elderly.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Diets, ed. 2, v.
Covers topics such as dieting and popular diets, dietary concerns, nutritional basics, and the effects of a person's dietary choices on one's health. Topics are organized around the development and history of a diet, its basic principles, any key figures that influence the trend, and any public or regulatory concerns associated with the practice. Provides information across all age groups from infants to the elderly.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, ed. 3, v.
Includes information on more than 1,600 medical disorders and concepts. Each article includes in-depth discussion of causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, procedures, and other related topics. Written for a general audience with an authoritative tone.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health, ed. 2, v.
Provides detailed information on mental disorders and conditions. Also features entries for prescription, alternative and over-the-counter drugs, as well as the various therapies used to treat mental disorders.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health, ed. 3, v.
Provides detailed information on mental disorders and conditions. Also features entries for prescription, alternative and over-the-counter drugs, as well as the various therapies used to treat mental disorders.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Pregnancy and Childbirth, ed. , v.
This encyclopedia is a source for medical information that covers common and rare disease and medical conditions, immunizations and drugs, procedures, and developmental issues related to pregnancy and childbirth. It particularly addresses women’s concerns about their health and their children’s health from before birth through age 18.
Vegan Diets, ed. , v.
Examines the most current scientific studies and provides in-depth information on the nutritional health issues of vegan diets.
Religion
Encyclopaedia Judaica, ed. 2, v.
Provides an exhaustive and organized overview of Jewish life and knowledge from the Second Temple period to the contemporary State of Israel, from Rabbinic to modern Yiddish literature, from Kabbalah to 'Americana' and from Zionism to the contribution of Jews to world cultures, Encyclopaedia Judaica, 2nd edition is important to scholars, general readers and students.
Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World, ed. 2, v.
This reference work includes articles on the history, religion, cultural practices, and political economies of Muslims from the seventh-century in West Asia to today’s Muslim societies throughout the continents of Asia, Africa, the Subcontinent, Europe, and the Americas.
World Religions Reference Library, ed. , v.
A thorough, objective resource covering the history, traditions and worldviews of dominant and less prominent religions and their sects and offshoots.
Science
Alternative Energy, ed. , v.
This three-volume set introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. While there is significant discussion of the non-renewable resources now used to meet the majority of the world's energy needs (oil, coal and natural gas), the primary focus of the set is on newer options to meet the ever-growing demand.
Alternative Energy, ed. 2, v.
Introduces students to issues surrounding current energy sources and alternative energy options.
American Men & Women of Science, ed. 24, v.
Profiles living persons in the physical and biological fields, as well as public health scientists, engineers, mathematicians, statisticians, and computer scientists.
Autoimmune Disease, ed. , v.
This book describes how the Jerne-Burnet Forbidden Clone Theory and the Adams-Knight H Gene Theory, solved the pathogenesis and genetics of the autoimmune diseases showing how specific immunotherapy and prophylaxis can be developed.
Biotechnology, ed. , v.
Examines biotechnology and related subjects in the context of science, government, politics, culture and society, and the environment. It also covers historical, political and ethical debates and issues.
Biotechnology: Changing Life Through Science, ed. , v.
Covers biotechnological applications ranging across medicine, agriculture, and industry. Devoted to helping younger students and general readers understand the fast-developing science and issues related to: advances in biotechnology, the science of molecular biology and genetics.
Chemical Compounds, ed. , v.
Offers information on the ways in which different chemical elements combine to form commonly-used chemical compounds, such as water, ammonia, and aspirin. Defines what a chemical compound actually is and the difference between organic and inorganic compounds, as well as providing definitions of acids, bases, salts, oxides, and coordination compounds. Features a general historical overview of major discoveries and the notable scientists who made them.
Chemical Elements: From Carbon to Krypton, ed. , v.
Provides in-depth information on 112 known chemical elements. For younger and middle school students, but also appropriate for high school students.
Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography, ed. , v.
Provides information on the history of science through articles on the professional lives of scientists. All periods of science from classical antiquity to modern times are represented.
Environmental Science, ed. , v.
Provides comprehensive coverage of the environmental sciences. Cross-curricular in nature, the title supports both basic and advanced curricula in earth and environmental science, physics, chemistry, and biology, as well as general science, history, government, and the social sciences.
Forensic Science, ed. , v.
This title presents the history of forensics. Text details how early studies of toxic chemicals and firearm analysis led to modern scientific crime solving techniques. It also puts a spotlight on the brilliant scientists who made these advances possible.
Gene Therapy, ed. , v.
Discusses the science behind gene therapy, as well as the ethical and legal issues associated with this therapy.
Real-Life Math, ed. , v.
Provides an understanding of commonly studied math concepts by illustrating their use in everyday life in everyday tasks, such as buying insurance, constructing a budget, reading graphs, adjusting cooking recipes or planning for retirement. Topics are designed to support the modern mathematics curriculum and contain examples related to the global economy. 2 volumes.
Scientific Thought, ed. , v.
Includes original essays written by leading experts in the field, primary source documents that articulate the interrelation of science and society, and sidebars on the cultural, economic, and political issues surrounding scientific thought -- providing insights on leading social issues and exploring the impact of science on society through the ages.
The Gale Encyclopedia of Science, ed. 4, v.
Covers all major areas of science, engineering, technology, as well as mathematics and the medical and health sciences, while providing a comprehensive overview of current scientific knowledge and technology. Entries typically describe scientific concepts, provide overviews of scientific areas and, in some cases, define terms.
UXL Encyclopedia of Biomes, ed. 2, v.
Offers detailed comparative essays on major biomes and their component ecosystems. Includes entries on land biomes and water biomes and covers climate, elevation, soil, water bodies, vegetation, animal life, food web, plant and animal adaptations, endangered species, human effects on the biome and the effects of the environment on humans' culture and economy.
UXL Encyclopedia of Weather and Natural Disasters, ed. , v.
Introduces students to the topic of weather and natural disasters, covering such topics as weather basics, weather phenomena, forecasting, and climate. Provides information on the scientific aspects of various types of disasters including: blizzards, earthquakes, flooding, tornadoes, volcanoes, and wildfires.
Women Scientists and Inventors, ed. , v.
This book profiles the lives of six admirable women scientists and inventors: Lise Meitner, Pearl Kendrick, Virginia Apgar, Jane Goodall, Shirley Ann Jackson, and Rosalind W. Picard.
World of Sports Science, ed. , v.
Covers theoretical and practical treatment of all aspects of sports science and exercise physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics. Particular emphasis is placed on such high-interest topics as sports medicine, specifically the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries; and much more.
Sociology
The SAGE Handbook of Cultural Sociology, ed. , v.
In this book, a global range of experts explore the theory, methodology and innovations that make up the ever-expanding field of cultural sociology. The book is organized into five thematic sections: Theoretical Paradigms, Major Methodological Perspectives, Domains of Inquiry, Cultural Sociology in Contexts, and Cultural Sociology and Other Analytical Approaches.
Personal Relationships & Behavior, ed. , v.
This book provides valuable information and ideas about different aspects of personal relationships and behavior. Articles discuss these topics through the lens of sociology and offer understanding through how they impact people on an individual and social level.
Group Relationships & Behavior, ed. , v.
This book discusses the difference between how groups operate versus how individuals behave.
Societal Issues & Behavior, ed. , v.
This book discusses topics that relate to society and behavior. The articles are divided within categories and explore how these topics affect American culture on a widespread level.
The Sociology Book, ed. , v.
This book profiles the world's most renowned sociologists and more than 100 of their biggest ideas, including issues of equality, diversity, identity, and human rights; the effects of globalization; the role of institutions; and the rise of urban living in modern society.
Family in Society: Essential Primary Sources, ed. , v.
Provides primary source documents focused family in society in the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Contains approximately 175 full or excerpted documents---speeches, legislation, magazine and newspaper articles, essays, memoirs, letters, interviews, novels, songs, and works of art---as well as overview information that places each document in context. International in scope.
Technology
Solving Real World Problems with Aerospace Engineering, ed. , v.
Explores the world of aerospace engineering. The history of aerial navigation is covered, noting key milestones in flight and outer space exploration. Also covered are the crucial technologies humanity has gotten out of aerospace engineering, such as weather satellites and GPS navigation.
Solving Real World Problems with Agricultural Engineering, ed. , v.
This book introduces readers to the importance of agricultural engineering, explaining the ways that agricultural engineers are making a difference in the world and emphasizing the variety of work available in this field. Readers will learn about new and industrious ways engineering can be used to create better seeds and crops, to work with animals, to harness renewable energy, and much more.
Solving Real World Problems with Chemical Engineering, ed. , v.
This book teaches readers what chemical engineering is and why it’s so important in our daily lives, such as enabling solar panels to promote green energy and the creation of consumer products such as Post-It notes. Readers also learn how chemical engineering has helped in medicine, such as by advancing prosthetics.
Solving Real World Problems with Civil Engineering, ed. , v.
This book addresses the job of civil engineers and explains how some of the world’s greatest engineering marvels were built. Students will learn how tunnels such as the English Channel Tunnel are built under water; how dams like the Hoover Dam are built and the purpose they serve a community; and why the Panama Canal was an important improvement to world trade.
Solving Real World Problems with Electrical Engineering, ed. , v.
This introduction to the field of electrical engineering includes an explanation of electricity and currents, as well as chapters devoted to specific areas. An activity that demonstrates how circuits work helps young readers get a hands-on chance to learn about electrical engineering.
Solving Real World Problems with Environmental and Green Engineering, ed. , v.
This resource covers recycling, reuse, and renewable energy sources and explains global warming and greenhouse gases and their effects on Earth’s environment. Readers recognize engineers’ solutions to some of today’s environmental problems, including air and water pollution, and urban planning challenges. There is also a hands-on 'engineering in action' activity for readers to learn how to clean up an oil spill.
Solving Real World Problems with Mechanical Engineering, ed. , v.
This text introduces young readers to the machines and engines that power the devices, vehicles, and appliances they encounter on a daily basis. Boxes explain important terms and concepts of mechanics and encourage readers to think critically. The book ends with a guided activity that invites readers to don the hat of a mechanical engineer and build their own windmill.
Solving Real World Problems with Transportation Engineering, ed. , v.
Explores a world many young people—and people in general—seldom consider: how transportation engineers help to ensure people and materials move smoothly throughout our complex world. Readers are introduced to real-world problems and their engineering solutions.
Television in American Society Reference Library, ed. , v.
Focused on a popular topic, this exciting collection gives students and teachers substantial material for discussion and research. The three-volume set shows how television has reflected and influenced American society and culture throughout its history, covering both positive and negative effects.