Donald E. Palumbo

Amy M. Clarke

Marijane Osborn

"The essays in this volume explore Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series in the contexts of literature, religion, fairy tales, film, and the gothic. Some look at fan involvement in the Twilight world. Topics include Meyer's use of Quileute shape-shifting legends; Twilight's literary heritage and its references to classic works of literature; and the series's controversial depictions of feminity"--Provided by publisher.

Critical Essays on the Novels and Films

The Twilight Mystique

"During the 1970s, Le Guin experienced a paradigm shift to feminism, a change which had profound effects on her work. This examination explores the masculinist nature of her early writing and how her work changed both thematically and aesthetically as a result of her newfound feminism. A vital addition to Le Guin criticism"--Provided by publisher.

Ursula K. Le Guin's Journey to Post-feminism

The 13 essays in this volume explore Stephenie Meyer’s wildly popular Twilight series in the contexts of literature, religion, fairy tales, film, and the gothic. Several examine Meyer’s emphasis on abstinence, considering how, why, and if the author’s Mormon faith has influenced the series’ worldview. Others look at fan involvement in the Twilight world, focusing on how the series’ avid following has led to an economic transformation in Forks, Washington, the real town where the fictional series is set. Other topics include Meyer’s use of Quileute shape-shifting legends, Twilight’s literary heritage and its frequent references to classic works of literature, and the series’ controversial depictions of femininity.

Amy M. Clarke

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