A quest of her own : essays on the female hero in modern fantasy /
A quest of her own : essays on the female hero in modern fantasy /
edited by Lori M. Campbell.
- viii, 291 pages ; 23 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"The essays seek to define the unique qualities of female heroism in literary fantasy from 1950s through the present and provide a multi-faceted view of an important fantasy character type who begins to demonstrate a significant presence only in the latter 20th century. The essays contribute to the empowerment and development of the female hero"--
9780786477661
2014019171
Fantasy fiction, English--History and criticism.
English fiction--History and criticism.--20th century
Fantasy fiction, American--History and criticism.
American fiction--History and criticism.--20th century
Women heroes in literature.
PN3435 / .Q47 2014
809.3/8766
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"The essays seek to define the unique qualities of female heroism in literary fantasy from 1950s through the present and provide a multi-faceted view of an important fantasy character type who begins to demonstrate a significant presence only in the latter 20th century. The essays contribute to the empowerment and development of the female hero"--
9780786477661
2014019171
Fantasy fiction, English--History and criticism.
English fiction--History and criticism.--20th century
Fantasy fiction, American--History and criticism.
American fiction--History and criticism.--20th century
Women heroes in literature.
PN3435 / .Q47 2014
809.3/8766