Sense of Style: Studies in the Art of Fiction in English-Speaking Canada

Summary: A discussion of the work of 10 fiction writers representing the range of Canadian fiction during the past 50 years that emphasizes artistry rather than theme or the exploration of national identity. The writers considered are Margaret Atwood, Robertson Davies, Mavis Gallant, Jack Hodgins, Hugh Hood, Margaret Laurence, W. O. Mitchell, Alice Munro, Howard O'Hagan, and Ethel Wilson.