Title: Faulkner's short stories
Description: The original CliffsNotes study guides offer expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background.   CliffsNotes on Faulkner's Short Stories explores five of William Faulkner's psychologically complex narratives: A Rose for Emily, That Evening Sun, Barn Burning, Dry September, and Spotted Horses.   Follow a common thread of Southern mores and prejudices as the author from Mississippi   masterfully creates enduring settings and characters. This concise supplement includes commentaries and glossaries on all five short stories. Other features that help you understand these important works are    Background on the author  An introduction to Yoknapatawpha  County , the mythical county seating of Faulkner's making  Critical essay on the author's style  An interactive quiz, review questions, and suggested essay topics     Classic literature or modern modern-day treasure -- you'll understand it all with expert information and insight from CliffsNotes study guides.
Subjects: Criticism and interpretation, Examinations, Literary Criticism, Nonfiction, Short story, Study guides, Short stories, american, LITERARY CRITICISM, American, General
People: William Faulkner (1897-1962)