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Peer reviewedKhanna, Lee Cullen – Journal of General Education, 1981
Examines "Looking Backward's" attraction, seen as derived from the literary elements of surprise, suspense, metaphorical contrasts, analogy, and the discovery of identity by the characters and the reader. Highlights the dream device leaving the reader to ponder the dual identity of art and life and the reality of utopia. (Editor/DMM)
Descriptors: Characterization, Literary Devices, Literary Styles, Metaphors
Peer reviewedMadden, Marilyn I. – French Review, 1973
Descriptors: Characterization, French Literature, Imagery, Literary Styles
Guntert, Georges – Boletin de la Real Academia Espanola, 1972
Descriptors: Characterization, Formal Criticism, Literary Styles, Novels
McDonnell, Christine – Horn Book Magazine, 1988
Describes the novels of Chris Crutcher--vital works which deal with young men, sports, and growing up. Points out the connections between Crutcher's background and his work. (ARH)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Athletics, Authors, Characterization
Peer reviewedMcGavran, James Holt, Jr. – Children's Literature in Education, 1986
Examines the Christian, humanist, and romantic dimensions of "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson. (HOD)
Descriptors: Authors, Characterization, Childrens Literature, Christianity
Peer reviewedFortier, Paul A. – French Review, 1973
Descriptors: Characterization, French Literature, Literary Styles, Metaphors
Peer reviewedPasco, Allan H. – French Review, 1973
Descriptors: Analytical Criticism, Characterization, French Literature, Literary Styles
Peer reviewedLudlow, Gregory – French Review, 1973
Descriptors: Characterization, Eighteenth Century Literature, Formal Criticism, French Literature
Gonzalez del Valle, Luis – Cuadernos Hispanoamericanos, 1972
Descriptors: Characterization, Literary Devices, Literary Styles, Motifs
Rumazo, Lupe – Cuadernos Hispanoamericanos, 1972
Descriptors: Characterization, Formal Criticism, Literary Styles, Motifs
Borau, Pablo – Cuadernos Hispanoamericanos, 1972
Special issue dedicated to the works of Pio Baroja. (DS)
Descriptors: Characterization, Impressionistic Criticism, Literary Styles, Narration
Sanchez Reboredo, Jose – Cuadernos Hispanoamericanos, 1972
Descriptors: Characterization, Hispanic American Literature, Impressionistic Criticism, Literary Styles
Peer reviewedSpires, Robert C. – Hispania, 1972
Descriptors: Characterization, Creativity, Literary Devices, Literary Styles
Pollin, Burton R. – Revue des Langues Vivantes, 1971
Descriptors: Characterization, Eighteenth Century Literature, English Literature, Literary Influences
Stanek, Lou Willett – Elementary English, 1974
Many authors of adolescent novels follow a formula when developing a pattern of action. The formula, however, is not predictable and may be one of action, humor, or ideas. (JH)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Characterization, Fiction, Humor
