Peter Boxall 
Twenty-First-Century Fiction [PDF ebook] 
A Critical Introduction

In the Alexander Lectures for 1965-66 at the University of Toronto, Dr. Frye describes the basis of the tragic vision as "being in time, " in which death as "the essential event that g …

"Little School Mothers" by L.T. Meade is set in a school environment where young girls assume significant responsibilities, taking on roles akin to "mothers" for their peers. The …

"Old Lady Mary: A Story of the Seen and the Unseen" by Margaret Oliphant is a Victorian-era novella that delves into the supernatural and the afterlife. The story revolves around the titula …

The "Parable of a Province" by Gilbert Parker offers a deep social commentary on the societal and political issues of a Canadian province. The novel examines various aspects of life in the …

"The Root of All Evil" by J. S. Fletcher is a novel that delves into the destructive power of greed. The story revolves around a central crime motivated by financial gain, exploring how the …

The South Asian region has been especially prone to mass displacement and relocations owing to its varied geographical settings as well as socio-political factors. This book examines the women’s pers …

"The Scottish Cavalier: An Historical Romance Vol. I" is a historical romance novel set in 17th-century Scotland. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the conflict between the Cavalier …

In Part III of Marjorie Bowen’s ”The Rake’s Progress ”, the narrative reaches its climax and resolution. This volume focuses on the theme of redemption, as the protagonist grapples with the consequ …

"Rick Dale, A Story of the Northwest Coast" by Kirk Munroe is an adventurous coming-of-age tale set against the rugged and wild backdrop of the Northwest Coast. The novel follows the young …

From William Carlos Williams and Allen Ginsberg to Miguel Algarín and Wanda Coleman, this groundbreaking book explores the ways in which contemporary poets have engaged with America”s changing urban …