This volume brings together several selections, including sic articles written especially for this book, that trace the changing patterns of Bellow's themes and styles. Ranging from a candid interview with Bellow himself, to a critique of his only full-length play, The Last Analysis, to an unusual comparison of Bellow with his contemporary, Norman Mailer, these selections provide the critical context necessary for a sound evaluation and appreciation of the artistry of this modern American novelist.