A Girl like Phyl | Essays and Criticism
- Existential Themes
Perkins is a professor of American and British literature and film. In the following essay, she examines existential themes in the story.
- Highsmith’s Limitations as a Writer
Kelly is an instructor of creative writing and English literature. In the following essay, he looks at Highsmith’s limitations as a writer and finds that she uses her shortcomings to her advantage.
- A Critical Analysis of Patricia Highsmith’s Work
In the following essay, Stenger gives a critical analysis of Patricia Highsmith’s work.
- Patricia Highsmith Overview
In the following essay, the critic gives an overview of Patricia Highsmith’s work.
- Highsmith’s use of noir themes
In the following review, Innes comments on Highsmith’s use of noir themes, which explore humanity’s desires and disappointments.
- The Broad Range of Styles and Techniques in Highsmith's Stories
In the following review, Lasdun comments on the broad range of styles and techniques, the ‘‘astounding’’ variety of characters and the dark themes Highsmith employs in her short stories.
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