George Orwell / by Averil Gardner.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gardner, Averil.

Series:

Twayne's English authors series ; TEAS 455.

Twayne's English authors series ; TEAS 455

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Orwell, George, 1903-1950--Criticism and interpretation.

Orwell, George.

Orwell, George, 1903-1950.

Criticism and interpretation.

Physical Description:

157 pages ; 23 cm.

Place of Publication:

Boston : Twayne, [1987]

Summary:

Twayne's United States Authors, English Authors, and World Authors Series present concise critical introductions to great writers and their works.

Devoted to critical interpretation and discussion of an author's work, each study takes account of major literary trends and important scholarly contributions and provides new critical insights with an original point of view. An Authors Series volume addresses readers ranging from advanced high school students to university professors. The book suggests to the informed reader new ways of considering a writer's work.

Each volume features:

-- A critical, interpretive study and explication of the author's works

-- A brief biography of the author

-- An accessible chronology outlining the life, the work, and relevant historical context

-- Aids for further study: complete notes and references, a selected annotated bibliography and an index

-- A readable style presented in a manageable length

Notes:

Includes index.

Bibliography: pages 148-153.

ISBN:

0805769560

OCLC:

15792090