by Patrick McAleer (Author)
Stephen King is no stranger to the realm of literary criticism, but his most fantastic, far-reaching work has aroused little academic scrutiny. This study of King's epic Dark Tower series encompasses the career of one of the world's best-selling authors and frames him as more than a "horror writer." Four categories of analysis--genre, art, evil, and intertextuality--provide a focused look at the center of King's fictional universe. This book reaches beyond popular culture treatments of the series and examines it against King's horror work, audience expectations, and the larger literary landscape.
Author Biography
Patrick McAleer has co-chaired the Stephen King Area of the Popular Culture Association and has published many articles on Stephen King. He currently teaches English at North Idaho College in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Number of Pages: 200
Dimensions: 0.8 x 8.8 x 5.9 IN
Publication Date: January 30, 2009
