Characters and plots in the fiction of James M. Cain
By: Robert L. Gale
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 244
ISBN-13: 9780786459698
Subjects: Criticism and interpretation
Description: "This reference guide to Cain's oeuvre offers a chronology detailing his life as reporter, Hollywood scenarist, and best-selling author. Entries for his fiction follow, with plot synopses, identification of more than 900 characters, and critical commentaries, many citing works for further reading. This compendium provides the most thorough exploration to date of this major American writer"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.