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Characters and plots in the fiction of James M. Cain / Robert L. Gale.
Van Pelt Library PS3505.A3113 Z67 2011
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Gale, Robert L., 1919-2020.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Cain, James M. (James Mallahan), 1892-1977--Criticism and interpretation.
- Cain, James M.
- Cain, James M. (James Mallahan), 1892-1977.
- Criticism and interpretation.
- Physical Description:
- vii, 244 pages ; 26 cm
- Place of Publication:
- Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2011]
- Summary:
- "This reference guide to Cain's oeuvre offers a chronology detailing his life as reporter, Hollywood scenarist, and best-selling author. Entries for his fiction follow, with plot synopses, identification of more than 900 characters, and critical commentaries, many citing works for further reading. This compendium provides the most thorough exploration to date of this major American writer"--Provided by publisher.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Lachs-Adler Family Endowed Fund for Collection Development.
- ISBN:
- 0786459697
- 9780786459698
- OCLC:
- 732960154
- Publisher Number:
- 99945625368
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