A History Of Literature In America (1904)

A History of Literature in America is a comprehensive study of the development of American literature from its early beginnings to the early 20th century. Written by literary critic and historian Barrett Wendell, the book covers a wide range of literary genres and movements, including the colonial period, the American Renaissance, realism, and naturalism. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period or literary movement. Wendell provides detailed analyses of the works of major American writers, such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Mark Twain, as well as lesser-known writers who played important roles in the development of American literature. In addition to discussing individual writers and their works, Wendell also examines the social and cultural contexts in which American literature was produced, including the impact of slavery, the Civil War, and industrialization on literary production. He also explores the role of literary criticism and literary magazines in shaping the direction of American literature. Overall, A History of Literature in America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature. It provides a thorough and insightful analysis of the major literary movements and figures that have shaped American literary culture, and offers a broader understanding of the social, political, and cultural forces that have influenced American literature over time.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.