The publication of "Sophie's Choice," one of William Styron's greatest literary achievements, generated a new spark in the critical discussion of the author and is the main emphasis of the interview with Styron and one of the additional essays in this revised edition. The interview was conducted by Robert K. Morris; the essay on "Sophie's Choice" by Richard Pearce. Other essays include Jane Flanders on Styron's southern myth, Philip W. Leon on Styron's narrative technique, and Ardner R. Cheshire, Jr., and Mary S. Strine on "The Confessions of Nat Turner."
Originally published in 1975,...
The publication of "Sophie's Choice," one of William Styron's greatest literary achievements, generated a new spark in the critical discussion of t...