"Masterplots Digest of World Literature" edited by Frank Magill and Dayton Kohler, published by Curtis Publishing, 1960. Complete 15 Volume Set. Alphabetically listed titles, index of authors in the last volume.

Hard boards, faux leather with golden 'M' on front boards and gold lettering on spines, 6" x 9.1/4"; c.17" shelf space, red endpapers, 4272 pages + 18 page Index of Authors at the end of the 15th volume. Very good condition.

This is not an anthology or collection of reprints. Each digest starts with reference data which furnishes the type of work, the author, type of plot, locale and first publication date. Next is the critique, a short critical analysis of the original book, ending with a plot summary.

Masterplots is a reference book series which summarizes the plots of significant works of literature. The first edition was published in 1949 by Frank N. Magill of Salem Press. It remains the flagship product of the publisher.

The series offers 12,000 reference articles focusing on plot summaries, critical commentary, character profiles, literary settings and biographical profiles.

"Sometimes we do not have time to read all the novels we would like to read and we have to pick and choose to use our reading time wisely. I love this series of books because it gives a synopsis of the story which tells me whether or not I would like to read the full length version."

"Masterplots is a wonderful aid for either a teacher or for a student. It does not take the place of reading a book;, rather, it gives plot summaries and critical articles that can help the student remember a novel years after reading the book. It is wonderful! I have just purchased a set for my very bookish grandchild."

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