A stellar History of English Literature from the 5th century to the 19th, introducing the chief writers of each era and the works they are famous for, as well as the relationships that formed among them.
Suitable for ages 12 and up..
Includes extensive reference list for both English and American Literature for those who want to delve deeper.
Recommended for use in conjunction with historical studies to provide a fuller picture of the cultural currents.
Illustrations for many of the writers along with numerous Short excerpts from their work enliven the text.
For America\'s Literature the writers are introduced in groups, such as the transcendentalists, anti-slavery writers, and orators.
The organizing principle for England\'s Literature is the century, with the century of Chaucer, the century of Shakespeare, the century of the novel, and so on.
Two thirds of the text is devoted to England\'s Literature with the remaining third for America\'s literature.
The author is a master at capturing the essence of each historical era, showing how that affected the writing that emerged.
A stellar History of English Literature from the 5th century to the 19th, introducing the chief writers of each era and the works they are famous for, as well as the relationships that formed among them
