Compleat Cast of Characters in Literature (SparkNotes)

massive, thorough volume contains information on over 8,000 characters in literature. Obviously, the book doesn't contain the names of every character ever created, but it makes an impressive effort. Entries are concise and clear, and the book is well-styled, easy to read (if not to lift) , and full of the humor and accessible language that makes SparkNotes so popular Literary Criticism › General- Characters and characteristics in literature- Characters and characteristics in literature/ Dictionaries- Literary Criticism / Books & Reading- Literary Criticism / General- Literary Criticism / Reference- Study Aids / Book Notes- Study Aids / Study Guides-