Social Protest Literature: An Encyclopedia of Works, Characters, Authors, and Themes

Social Protest Literature discusses the lives and concerns of more than 100 writers
analyzes each work's themes, content, and targeted social problems
provides plot synopses and character sketches
demonstrates how major literary creations represent specific ideologies
and explores key social protest concepts in the context of historical events and social and cultural milieus.

This beautifully illustrated encyclopedia focuses on recent works that look at environmentalism, labor issues, civil rights for such marginalized groups as gays and lesbians and racial and ethnic minorities, the role of art under repressive regimes, and other timely issues.

Extensive cross-references direct readers to other works with similar themes and a comprehensive bibliography suggests further reading.