Books by Dennis Walder

Examining prose, poetry and drama by writers including Achebe, Naipaul, Coetzee, Walcott, Krog, Fugard, and versions of Shakespeare, this title pursues the often ambiguous paths of nostalgia as it has been represented within and beyond Europe.

This work provides a starting point for understanding gender in the novels of this period. It explores the place of fiction in constructing gender identity within society at large, considering "Madame Bovary", "Portrait of a Lady" and "The Woman in White".

* Guides the reader through historical, linguistic and theoretical issues. * Avoids jargon and generalization. * Offers detailed case studies of literary texts by a wide range of writers. * Provides a clear and provocative account.