Provides almost 2700 articles on twentieth-century authors from all over the world who wrote in English or whose works are available in English translation.

A look at the first five decades of 20th century American literature, covering a wide range of literary works, figures, and influences A History of American Lit

Representing a broad range of ethnic diversity, these in-depth profiles present fascinating accounts of lives and careers, the circumstances under which works w

This cutting-edge Companion is a comprehensive resource for the study of the modern American novel. Published at a time when literary modernism is being thoroug

The importance of Chicago in American culture has made the city's place in the American imagination a crucial topic for literary scholars and cultural historian