When asked whether he regarded himself as a Russian or an American writer, Nabokov replied, "The writer's art is his passport. His identity should be immediately recognized by a special pattern or unique coloration." Featuring an exclusive interview with Nabokov , these essays examine Nabokov's passport through studies of his major works of fiction, drama, and literary criticism. Most of these essays, including a checklist of criticism of his work in English, appeared as the Spring 1967 issue of Wisconsin Studies in Contemporary Literature. Reprinted now in book form with two new articles, the collection offers information on the significance of Nabokov's work as a whole and an appreciation of the complexities of several individual pieces.
When asked whether he regarded himself as a Russian or an American writer, Nabokov replied, "The writer's art is his passport. His identity should be immediately recognized by a special pattern or unique coloration." Featuring an exclusive interview with Nabokov , these essays examine Nabokov's passport through studies of his major works of fiction, drama, and literary criticism. Most of these essays, including a checklist of criticism of his work in English, appeared as the Spring 1967 issue of Wisconsin Studies in Contemporary Literature. Reprinted now in book form with two new articles, the collection offers information on the significance of Nabokov's work as a whole and an appreciation of the complexities of several individual pieces.