Gordimer, winner of the 1991 Nobel Prize for Literature, is one of Africa's most distinguished writers. This appraisal of her 12 novels stresses her enduring quality as an artist beyond the confines of the politics of apartheid. Addresses major issues in her novels, such as race, history, the land, ideology, revolution, and sexuality, and examines the development of her narrative technique and form while providing an overview of critical responses to her work. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)