Larry McMurtry: A Critical Companion (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313303005)

This volume is the most comprehensive of the existing studies of McMurtry's writings, covering all of his works up to the most recent. A biographical chapter introduces the reader to Larry McMurtry. A literary heritage chapter helps students understand how McMurtry transforms the traditional components of the western genre into stories that are models of modern life. Each chapter explores a grouping of McMurtry's novels with in depth literary analysis identifying plot, character development, themes, and narrative construction. Each chapter also includes an alternative critical perspective for reading the texts. A bibliography and lists of general criticism, biographical sources, and reviews complete this volume, making it an indispensable resource for any reader seeking to develop a greater understanding of McMurtry's works.

Author: John Reilly
ISBN-10: 0313303002
ISBN-13: 9780313303005
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 05/30/2000
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.52h x 6.47w x 0.81d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2000 pg. 201