S. J. Perelman Critical Essays |
|
| Editor:
| Gale, Steven H. |
| Series title: | Routledge Revivals Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-317-36041-4 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2016 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
|
| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $46.95USD $220.00USD $220.00 |
Book Description:
|
First published in 1992, this book focuses on the oeuvre of S. J. Perelman. Taken together, the essays included serve as an introduction to this important humorist's work, both in terms of the specific short prose pieces, plays, and films examined and as an overview of his lengthy professional career. They provide insightful and in-depth literary analyses as well. The work encourages a better appreciation for Perelman's contributions to American literary history.
First published in 1992, this book focuses on the oeuvre of S. J. Perelman. Taken together, the essays included serve as an introduction to this important humorist's work, both in terms of the specific short prose pieces, plays, and films examined and as an overview of his lengthy professional career. They provide insightful and in-depth literary analyses as well. The work encourages a better appreciation for Perelman's contributions to American literary history.