Published 2003
by Edwin Mellen Press in Lewiston, N.Y .
Written in English
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references (p. 131-140) and index.
| Statement | Melora Giardetti. |
| Series | Studies in British literature ;, v. 76 |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | PR4038.P8 G53 2003 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | v, 143 p. ; |
| Number of Pages | 143 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL3690246M |
| ISBN 10 | 0773466517 |
| LC Control Number | 2003059250 |
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