Magill's Literary Annual 2001

This two-volume set critically evaluates 200 major examples of serious literature published during 2000, with a focus on works that are likely to be of particular interest to the general reader, that reflect publishing trends, and that will have lasting value. Categories include fiction; poetry; literary criticism, history, theory, and biography; autobiography, memoirs, diaries, and letters; biography; history; current affairs; science, history of science, and technology; economics; ethics and law; fine arts and music; language; media; nature, natural history, and the environment; philosophy and religion; psychology; sociology; travel; and women's issues. Arranged alphabetically by title, the articles are approximately 2,000 words in length and include biographical information on the authors as well as b&w photographs of the book covers and authors, when available. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)