English and Reading Resources
Chester B. Himes: A Biography
by Lawrence Patrick Johnson
Through exclusive interviews and unrestricted access to Himes’ archives, Dr. Jackson provides the ultimate insight into the life and works of the 20th century’s most prolific black writer.
The Oxford Companion to Classical Literature
by M. C. Howatson
The complete and most authoritative guide to the literary heritage of the classical world. Entries include biographies, themes, and topics, along with maps and extensive cross referencing.
Notes on a Foreign Country
by Suzy Hansen
With great honesty, Hansen reflects on her experiences as a young woman living in the Middle East and learning first-hand her country’s place in the world.
The Relive Box and Other Stories
by T. C. Boyle
A collection of twelve short stories that address the enduring concerns of the human mind and heart while taking on timely social concerns.
Draft No. 4: On the Writing Process
by John McPhee
The revered author and Princeton professor presents a series of insightful and playful essays on the writing process and publishing, including charming reflections on the life of a writer.
The Written World
by Martin Puchner
Puchner offers a truly comprehensive and worldwide literary perspective that spans time and cultures, from humanity’s oldest epic Gilgamesh to Harry Potter.
The Accidental Dictionary
by Paul Anthony Jones
Examines the etymological origins and developments of one hundred words, including "brothel," "grin," and "zombie." Recommended for word buffs and those interested in language change.
Censored
by Matthew Fellion and Katherine Inglis
Through a wide range of texts, Censored studies the history of literary censorship and exposes the limits of free speech in the United Kingdom and the United States.
The Bughouse
by Daniel Swift
A wonderful portrait of Ezra Pound in all of his moods: mad, bad, and blindingly sane. Swift gives a fresh perspective on the life and work of this controversial literary figure.
