Stephen CraneHarold Bloom Stephen Crane is widely recognized as a master and innovator of literary naturalism. Among his more popular works are the novels ""Maggie: A Girl of the Street"" and ""The Red Badge of Courage"" and the short stories ""The Bride Comes to Yellow Sky"", ""The Blue Hotel"", and ""The Open Boat"". The critical selections and commentary gathered in this volume offer a wealth of critical information and analyses that examine Crane's work and speak to his relevance and far-ranging influences. Additional features, such as a chronology, index, and introduction from editor Harold Bloom, will aid students of literature who are studying Crane and his work. |
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