The achievement of William Faulkner

by Michael Millgate

First published in 1966, Millgate's text begins with an essay on Faulkner's life and career and proceeds to a treatment of each novel in chronological order, a survey of Faulkner's prolific work in the short story and an assessment of Faulkner's achievement as a whole. Designed to be an accessible study of Faulkner's life and work, it is aimed at both students and general readers.

Genres: Literary Criticism

344 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1965

Reviews

[Dennis Callaghan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good book of criticism. Points out Faulkner's connection to English, French and American traditions of the novel.