Chapters discuss the most well known works of this American playwright and novelist. General essays examine Wilder's major themes and move on to specific works, including The Bridge of San Luis Rey, Our Town, and The Skin of Our Teeth. (20020501)
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Gr 9 Up-These essays on the novelist and playwright will satisfy students who crave something more than basic plot summaries. Though part of a series designed for young adults, the anthology aims high; essays include "Wilder's Tragic Themes" and "Comparing Finnegans Wake with The Skin of Our Teeth." Abundant personal information--from a lively biographical essay to an interview with Wilder from the Paris Review--round out the literary criticism. Chapters cover the writer's work in general, e.g., major themes, and then narrow to consider individual titles, including his three Pulitzer Prize-winning efforts. Short summaries at the beginning of each piece will assist readers in determining which selections will be most useful. Although several essays briefly summarize plots and characters, readers hoping for a thorough outline will be better served by Cliff's or Barron's Notes. Students in advanced literature courses, however, will find that this book meets their needs for in-depth literary analysis.-Miranda Doyle, Notre Dame High School, Belmont, CA
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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 The book(s) provides criticism and discussions of meaning, structure, and the historical content...as well as biographical information.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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