This comprehensive Companion to William Faulkner reflects the current dynamic state of Faulkner studies. • Explores the contexts, criticism, genres and interpretations of Nobel Prize-winning writer William Faulkner, arguably the greatest American novelist • Comprises newly-commissioned essays written by an international contributor team of leading scholars • Guides readers through the plethora of critical approaches to Faulkner over the past few decades • Draws upon current Faulkner scholarship, as well as critically reflecting on previous interpretations