The Grove Companion to Samuel Beckett: A Reader's Guide to His Works, Life, and Thought [Paperback]

C. J. Ackerly (Author), S. E. Gontarski (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 17, 2004

From A to Z, this is an indispensable guide to the works, life, and thought of one of the most important writers of our time. The Nobel Prize-winning author Samuel Beckett was a literary treasure, and this work represents the only comprehensive reference to the concepts, characters, and biographical details mentioned by, or related to, Beckett. Painstakingly and lovingly compiled by acclaimed Beckett scholars C. J. Ackerley and S. E. Gontarski, it is alphabetical, cross-referenced, and laid out in a very user-friendly format. The Grove Companion to Samuel Beckett provides an organized trove of information for students and scholars alike, and is a must for any serious reader of Beckett.

Product Details

• Paperback: 608 pages
• Publisher: Grove Press (February 17, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0802140491
• ISBN-13: 978-0802140494
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #571,691 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easily the best reference work on Beckett known to me, November 24, 2007

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Paul Xuereb (Malta, Europe) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Grove Companion to Samuel Beckett: A Reader's Guide to His Works, Life, and Thought (Paperback)

This is a fine, scholarly work that should be in the hands not just of scholars but also of every serious student of Beckett and late 20th century drama. The cross-referencing is very useful. Above all, each entry is based on a thorough knowledge of the literature on the subject. First rate.

9 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A major work, April 19, 2005

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alexander laurence (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Grove Companion to Samuel Beckett: A Reader's Guide to His Works, Life, and Thought (Paperback)

This is the definitive work on Beckett. You should buy ten copies of this for all your friends. This work is coming back in vogue. Be ahead of the curve.