The objective of LitCriticals is to present works from major literary genres (novel, drama, and poetry) to students in an interesting, step-by-step approach. Study notes are included for each of the selections along with 5 tests to ensure that students have gained insight into the readings and the critical analysis of each. This format works hand-in-hand with learning the myriad of literary terms and criticism techniques presented in Handbook to Literature by Harmon, Holman, and Thrall, a comprehensive resource on contemporary literature and literary criticism available at your local library or bookstore. Vol. 1 includes Novel : The Gates of the Alamo by Stephen Harrigan Play: Richard III by Shakespeare Poetry: Several selections of Edna St. Vincent Millay. Vol. 2 includes Novel: Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser Play: Becket by Jean Anouilh