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Author : Darrell Schweitzer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Fantasy fiction, American
ISBN : 0932445144
Author : Darrell Schweitzer
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1988-12-01
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781587150081
Author : Kenneth Womack
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1333 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008-10-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780313071577
There's a strong interest in reading for pleasure or self-improvement in America, as shown by the popularity of Harry Potter, and book clubs, including Oprah Winfrey's. Although recent government reports show a decline in recreational reading, the same reports show a strong correlation between interest in reading and academic acheivement. This set provides a snapshot of the current state of popular American literature, including various types and genres. The volume presents alphabetically arranged entries on more than 70 diverse literary categories, such as cyberpunk, fantasy literature, flash fiction, GLBTQ literature, graphic novels, manga and anime, and zines. Each entry is written by an expert contributor and provides a definition of the genre, an overview of its history, a look at trends and themes, a discussion of how the literary form engages contemporary issues, a review of the genre's reception, a discussion of authors and works, and suggestions for further reading. Sidebars provide fascinating details, and the set closes with a selected, general bibliography. Reading in America for pleasure and knowledge continues to be popular, even while other media compete for attention. While students continue to read many of the standard classics, new genres have emerged. These have captured the attention of general readers and are also playing a critical role in the language arts classroom. This book maps the state of popular literature and reading in America today, including the growth of new genres, such as cyberpunk, zines, flash fiction, GLBTQ literature, and other topics. Each entry is written by an expert contributor and provides a definition of the genre, an overview of its history, a look at trends and themes, a discussion of how the literary form engages contemporary issues, a review of the genre's critical reception, a discussion of authors and works, and suggestions for further reading. Sidebars provide fascinating details, and the set closes with a selected, general bibliography. Students will find this book a valuable guide to what they're reading today and will appreciate its illumination of popular culture and contemporary social issues.
Author : Allen Stroud
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 579 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2023-06-12
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781538166079
Fantasy is a genre in motion, gradually expanding its reach and historical sources to embrace a global identity Historical Dictionary of Fantasy Literature, Second Edition is a snapshot of the genre in this moment, identifying new themes and sources that are emerging to inspire, enhance and invigorate the published works of fantasy writers.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Fiction genres
ISBN : IND:30000047698562
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Fantasy fiction
ISBN : STANFORD:36105004729112
Author : Neil Barron
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 850 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:49015002915008
More than 2,300 works of fiction and poetry are discussed, each cross-referenced to other works with similar or contrasting themes. Winners and nominees for major awards are identified. Books that are part of a series are flagged, with a complete list of books in series included in a final chapter, along with a comprehensive list of awards, of translations, and of young adult and children's books.
Author : Hal May
Publisher : Contemporary Authors
Page : 840 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1986-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0810319160
Your students and users will find biographical information on approximately 300 modern writers in this volume of Contemporary Authors(R). Authors in this volume include: Quentin Crisp Marcel Duchamp Monty Python
Author : Jerry N. Williamson
Publisher : Betterway Books
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : UVA:X001785547
The masters of speculative fiction share how-to instruction on writing stories about the weird, the fantastic, the unknown and the imagined, in 27 succinct chapters.
Author : David Pringle
Publisher : Saint James Press
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : STANFORD:36105018410519
Concise discussions of the lives and principal works of writers of various forms of fantasy, including heroic fantasy, sword and sorcery, humorous fantasy, adult fairy tales and fables, and children's fantasies still popular with adults. Written by subject experts.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 2036 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Book industries and trade
ISBN : UOM:39015016313929
Author : R. Reginald,Mary Wickizer Burgess,Daryl Furumi Mallett
Publisher : Detroit : Gale Research
Page : 1536 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : UOM:49015003032613
Science fiction constitutes one of the largest and most widely read genres in literature, and this reference provides bibliographical data on some 20,000 science fiction, fantasy, and horror fiction books, as well as nonfiction monographs about the literature. A companion to Reginald's Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature, 1700-1974 (Gale, 1979), the present volume is alphabetically arranged by approximately 10,000 author names. The entry for each individual work includes title, publisher, date and place published, number of pages, hardbound or paperback format, and type of book (novel, anthology, etc.). Where appropriate, entries also provide translation notes, series information, pseudonyms, and remarks on special features (such as celebrity introductions). Includes indexes of titles, series, awards, and "doubles" (for locating volumes containing two novels). Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1320 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Books
ISBN : UOM:39015064548640
Every 3rd issue is a quarterly cumulation.
Author : Susan Trosky
Publisher : Gale Cengage
Page : 506 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1993-01-29
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0810319934
In response to the escalating need for up-to-date information on writers, Contemporary Authors® New Revision Series brings researchers the most recent data on the world's most-popular authors. These exciting and unique author profiles are essential to your holdings because sketches are entirely revised and up-to-date, and completely replace the original Contemporary Authors® entries. For your convenience, a soft-cover cumulative index is sent biannually.While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for details.
Author : Curt Johnson
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0913204188