Invisible Man is a milestone in American literature, a book that has continued to engage readers since its appearance in 1952.
Works included represent a wide range of circumstances in which individuals experience prejudice in American, British and world literature. The discussion goes well beyond race, religion, and gender into ethnicity, social status, mental and physical health, and personal beliefs and behaviors.
A Reference Guide to Invisible Man
Authoritative essays provide a historical overview of 18 widely studied works as well as a close reading of each and a consideration of its critical reception