The Caribbean is a part of the world with diverse cultures and a
long and fascinating literary tradition. The people of this region
have endured through civil strife, poverty, natural disasters, and
military conflicts; and their literature reflects their despair and
dreams. Accessible to students and general readers, this
encyclopedia overviews the lives and works of Caribbean authors.
Because Caribbean literature is so much a reflection of regional
concerns, the encyclopedia gives special attention to the
political, cultural, and historical contexts in which Caribbean
authors have lived and worked. To help with this massive endeavor,
scholar and librarian Danilo H. Figueredo has assembled an
impressive team of advisors and authors. Included in the
encyclopedia are more than 700 alphabetically arranged entries
written by more than 20 expert contributors. These entries cover
authors, works, genres, historical and cultural figures, themes,
and various special topics. Among the entries are pieces on: Anancy
Stories Julia Alvarez Reinaldo Arenas Edward Kamau Brathwaite Fidel
Castro Joseph Sickman Corsen Costumbrismo Dominican Republic,
History of the Literature Exile Literature Feminism in Caribbean
Literature Frantz Fanon A House for Mr. Biswas Immigrant Literature
Edna Manley Samuel Selvon Spiralist Movement Ruben Suro Surrealism
Nathaniel Weekes And many more. Features: Presents more than 700
alphabetically arranged entries. Accumulates the expertise of a
distinguished advisory board and more than 20 expert contributors.
Provides biographical entries on numerous authors and historical
figures. Includes a wide range of topical entries on major works,
genres, periods, styles, movements, historical events, and more.
Cites print and electronic resources. Offers an alphabetical list
of entries. Lists entries grouped in topical categories. Fully
cross-references entries. Provides an extensive index. Includes a
generous selection of illustrations. Closes with an extensive
bibliography. Benefits: Introduces students to the literature,
history, and culture of an area of vital interest to the United
States. Helps students understand Caribbean history and politics
through literature. Fosters a respect for cultural diversity. Gives
attention to the influence and experiences of Caribbean writers in
the United States. Helps students learn about major texts and
authors central to the Spanish curriculum and to world literature.
Serves as a model for students writing about literature.
Familiarizes students with different styles, literary movements,
and aesthetic concerns. Develops research skills by directing
students to additional print and electronic resources. Spanish
courses often look at literature from the Caribbean, and many
American students trace their roots to that region. An essential
reference for high school libraries, this resource will help
students and teachers learn more about the literature of the
Caribbean and its relation to the political, economic, historical,
and social conditions of that area. Public libraries also need this
encyclopedia, since many general readers are interested in
Caribbean literature and culture.
General
Imprint: |
Greenwood Press
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
December 2005 |
First published: |
December 2005 |
Authors: |
D.H. Figueredo
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Dimensions: |
254 x 178 x 72mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
|
Pages: |
1016 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-313-32742-1 |
Categories: |
Books
|
LSN: |
0-313-32742-4 |
Barcode: |
9780313327421 |
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