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OverviewThis book guides readers through these and other important Steinbeck works, particularly those that are most often taught, including The Pearl (1945), The Red Pony (1933), and significant short fiction. Clear analysis of each work includes discussions of character development, plot and setting, thematic treatment, historical contexts, and alternate critical readings. A biographical chapter, as well as an examination of the author's contributions and career, helps readers gain a sense of Steinbeck the man and his position as one of America's most important writers. Since the publication of Tortilla Flat in 1935, Steinbeck's treatment of American landscapes and themes has struck a chord with readers. His novels Of Mice and Men (1937), The Grapes of Wrath (1939), and Cannery Row (1945) were instant critical and popular successes. Each went on to become a feature film, which added to Steinbeck's cultural impact. His works have long endured to earn a place in the canon of American Literature. This book guides readers through these and other important Steinbeck works, particularly those that are most often taught, including The Pearl (1945), The Red Pony (1933), and significant short fiction. Clear analysis of each work includes discussions of character development, plot and setting, thematic treatment, historical contexts, and alternate critical readings. A biographical chapter, as well as an examination of the author's contributions and career, helps readers gain a sense of Steinbeck the man and his position as one of America's most important writers. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Cynthia BurkheadPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Imprint: Greenwood Press Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.478kg ISBN: 9780313314575ISBN 10: 0313314578 Pages: 192 Publication Date: 30 July 2002 Recommended Age: From 7 to 17 years Audience: Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , College/higher education , Secondary , Undergraduate Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsLife of John Steinbeck Steinbeck's Career and Contributions Tortilla Flat (1935) Of Mice and Men (1937) The Grapes of Wrath (1939) Cannery Row (1945) The Pearl (1945) East of Eden (1952) The Short Stories Bibliography IndexReviews?Starred Review ...well organized and geared toward the general reader. Because Steinbeck is required reading in many high school curriculums, this would be a valuable resource for students. Highly Recommended.?-Library Media Connection Author InformationCYNTHIA BURKHEAD is an Instructor of English at the University of North Alabama in Florence. Her major areas of literary interest is twentieth century poetry and fiction. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |