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This collection of critical and biographical articles covers hundreds of notable authors from the 17th century to the present day. Signed essays, 12-15 pages in length by noted scholars, provide thought-provoking insights into the lives, careers and works of American writers. Each Supplement covers approximately 20 additional authors.
This major revision of a respected reference work expands the coverage of the previous edition to include important international authors as well as those writing in the english language. A careful re-evaluation of the list of contents has resulted in reference to authors appropriate to the reading and research needs of today's library patrons.
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Proquest contains scholarly and peer-reviewed articles of literary criticism.