Best known for such works as Red Badge of Courage and "The Open Boat," Crane was also a poet and journalist. Although his death at a young age cut short his career, Crane's work remains important and his explorations of themes such as war. (20020501)
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Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
Gr 9 Up--A collection of essays, each an average of five pages long, chosen specifically for YA audiences. The volume begins with a short biography of Crane that includes insight into how his most famous book was researched. The selections are divided into four chapters: the themes and styles in the author's work in general; analysis of The Red Badge of Courage; the short story "The Open Boat"; and other works, namely Maggie, a Girl of the Streets and Crane's poetry. The essays, which span the century, are written by established scholars and such well-known literary figures as H. G. Wells and Willa Cather. Each essay is introduced by a paragraph that summarizes its main idea and lists the credentials of the author. A detailed index completes this useful volume.
Michele Snyder, Chappaqua Public Library, NY
Copyright 1998 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
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"An anthology of essays by scholars representing various perspectives and interpretation of the novel. The book(s) provides criticism and discussions of meaning, structure, and the historical content...as well as biographical information. It is organized in such a way that will give students a plethora of information in a largely accessible format. Each chapter heading is annotated, giving readers a chance to sample the content of the essays. Furthermore, each selection is introduced with background biographical data on the essay's author alongwith a summary of the content and the particular point of view represented. A reader-friendly and comprehensive resouce for students and teachers of world literature."
-- School Library Journal ( November 2001) (School Library Journal 20011015)
"A valuable resource."
-- School Library Journal (May 2002) (School Library Journal )
"And for literary support, Greenhaven's series Literary Companions has become a standard in many schools and public libraries, thanks to its thoughtful questions and analysis."
-- Booklist (October 2001) (Booklist )
-- School Library Journal ( November 2001) (School Library Journal 20011015)
"A valuable resource."
-- School Library Journal (May 2002) (School Library Journal )
"And for literary support, Greenhaven's series Literary Companions has become a standard in many schools and public libraries, thanks to its thoughtful questions and analysis."
-- Booklist (October 2001) (Booklist )
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