Monica Loza Ms. Gardener Hon.

English 10 Per 1 18 November 2013 A Lesson Before Dying Annotated Bibliography

Guzzio, Tracie Church. "Gaines, Ernest." Bloom's Literature. Facts On File, Inc. Web. 1 Dec. 2013.

This biography, efficiently written by Tracie Guzzio, provides a clear background of the life of Ernest Gaines. Simply touching on Gaines personal, educational, and professional life, Guzzio brings to attention the life experiences that goes into ones literature; In the process, Guzzio accentuates the familiar running themes and other similarities found throughout Gaines writing and how this affects him and his audience.

Guzzio submits useful information by avoiding opinionated diction thus giving the reader a neutral and unbiased article. The biography, useful to any reader or writer, not only provides background on some of his most famous pieces, but also the events in which lead to his career as an author. Guzzio does this through purely stating facts

Kelly, David J. "A Lesson before Dying- Criticism." go.galegroup.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 1 Dec. 2013. David Kellys critical opinions of the writing styles in A Lesson Before Dying, are distinctly displayed in this article. He finds himself frustrated as he reads the story through the eyes of the narrator, Grant Wiggins. Kelly uses strong diction to exemplify

his ambivalent emotions as he focuses his main points on the characters and their unjust situations. Kellys opinionated article gives the reader much to think about as these powerful opinions translate into a feeling of honesty from the reader as though he isnt holding back. These honest opinions are good for future writers to observe and take into consideration. The straightforward yet significant diction used by Kelly is another aspect that makes this article appealing to many readers and writers.

Meyer, Michael J. "A Lesson Before Dying." Bloom's Literature. Facts On File, Inc. Web. 18 Nov. 2013. Meyers admirations and critiques on A Lesson Before Dying gives an unbiased view on Ernest Gainess unjustifying novel. Insightfully, Meyer signifies the importance of the lessons we learn throughout our lives and the faith we instill in ourselves as well as others by alluding to other pieces of literature.

Meyer clearly emphasizes the issues and themes presented throughout the novel: unjust racism, lack of faith, and the search for ones identity. He strengthens his views and critiques by providing examples and constantly referring to specific moments within the literature. The articles fresh view is enticing to anyone who takes interest in Gaines novel by offering background information, clarification, and opinion.

Paryz, Marek. "race in A Lesson before Dying." Bloom's Literature. Facts On File, Inc. Web. 1 Dec. 2013.

Paryz looks deep into A Lesson Before Dying as he critically analyzes the racial biases that have divided our physical world and entered the world of literature through Ernest Gaines. Paryz discusses racism and the stereotypes that are associated with the theme by using an open-minded and unbiased tone. He goes further than simply looking at the text; He considers its history.

Neutral diction is used throughout the article to balance the harsh topic at hand thus giving an insightful and anodyne view. Paryz provides clear examples directly from the novel to emphasize the significance of this theme and the structure its holds to the novel. A person in need for more information on this theme would greatly benefit from this article as it explores racism throughout A Lesson Before Dying from every perspective.

Paryz, Marek. "alienation in A Lesson before Dying." Bloom's Literature. Facts On File, Inc. Web. 1 Dec. 2013

This thematic article discusses the immense significance alienation has throughout the lives of Jefferson and Grant in the novel A Lesson Before Dying. As the author, Marek Paryz, discusses the individual and collective alienations that occur in the novel, he persuades the reader to believe that these alienations were the causes of Grant and Jeffersons other struggles.

Paryz gives his article a somber tone as if to make the reader feel as though they were alienated themselves; His opinion that alienation is the cause and resolution of the characters worries, is strongly reinforced by this, and his usage of specific moments

throughout the novel. This persuading article offers good outlooks to those people looking for deeper thematic meanings throughout Gaines novel.

Rabalais, Kevin, and Jennifer Levasseur. "An Interview with Ernest J. Gaines." TMR Content Archives. N.p., n.d. Web. 01 Dec. 2013.

Throughout this interview, Ernest Gaines thoughtfully reveals his secrets, his struggles, and his inspirations as an author and a teacher. Gaines smoothly takes his time to construct his thorough answers, as he alludes to specific books and events.

Gaines provides the interviewer with clear responses that flow from topics like his teaching ethics at the University of Southwestern Louisiana to the inspirations for his novel, A Lesson Before Dying. By covering a wide range of topics throughout the interview, its information appeals to a wide range of people such as students interested improving their writing skills or a fellow author looking for inspiration. Gaines enthusiastic attitude toward his writing reveals to the audience his long lasting passion for literature.