Books in Essential Critiques series

Presents critiques of four works of the American director, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing each film.

Presents critiques of three works of the American painter, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing each painting.

Presents critiques of four works of the British composer, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing each musical piece.

Discusses the life of William Shakespeare along with some of his plays, including "Romeo and Juliet," "Richard III," and "The Tempest."

Presents critiques of the work of the British musician, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing specific periods of his careeer.

Presents critiques of the work of the American musician, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing specific periods of his musical career.

Presents critiques of selected works of the American director, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in analyzing each film.

Presents critiques of four works of the American author and guides readers through the process of analyzing his writing from different critical angles, including Marxist and feminist viewpoints.

Presents critiques of four works of the British author and guides readers through the process of analyzing the Harry Potter books from different critical angles, including Marxist and biographical viewpoints.

Presents critiques of four works of the artist, guiding readers through the principles of critical theory and demonstrating the different perspectives that can be applied in each analysis.

Presents critiques of four works of the film director and guides readers through the process of analyzing the films from different critical angles, including Marxist and cultural viewpoints.

This title explores the creative works of famous musician Michael Jackson. Music analyzed includes, Off the Wall, Thriller, Bad, Dangerous, HIStory, and Invincible. Clear, comprehensive text gives background biographical information of Jackson. "You Critique It" feature invites readers to analyze other creative works on their own.