A History Of Eighteenth Century Literature, 1660-1780 (1912)

""A History of Eighteenth Century Literature, 1660-1780"" is a book written by Edmund Gosse and published in 1912. It is a comprehensive study of the literature produced in the 18th century, including poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction works. The book covers the period from the Restoration of the English monarchy in 1660 to the end of the 18th century.The author provides a detailed analysis of the literary trends and movements that emerged during this period, including the Enlightenment, the rise of the novel, and the development of the Gothic genre. Gosse also discusses the major literary figures of the time, such as Samuel Johnson, Alexander Pope, and Jonathan Swift, and their contributions to the literary canon.The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific literary genres and themes, such as satire, sentimentalism, and the rise of the novel. Gosse provides a historical context for each chapter, discussing the social, political, and cultural factors that influenced the literature of the time.Overall, ""A History of Eighteenth Century Literature, 1660-1780"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature of this period. It provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the literary trends and movements that emerged during this time, as well as the major literary figures who shaped the literary landscape of the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.