Chronological Outlines of English Literature

By Frederick Ryland

Book Overview

""Chronological Outlines of English Literature"" by Frederick Ryaland is a comprehensive guide to the history of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon period to the 20th century. The book is designed to provide readers with an overview of the major literary movements, authors, and works that have shaped English literature over the centuries. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in English literary history, beginning with the Anglo-Saxon period and continuing through the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, the Romantic era, the Victorian era, and the Modernist period. Each chapter provides a brief overview of the historical context of the period, the major literary movements and genres, and the most significant authors and works.Throughout the book, Ryaland provides insightful analysis and commentary on the literary works and their cultural significance. He also includes biographical information on the authors and historical context to help readers understand the cultural and social influences on the literature of each period. ""Chronological Outlines of English Literature"" is an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and development of English literature. It provides a comprehensive overview of the major literary movements, authors, and works that have shaped the English literary canon and continues to influence contemporary literature today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162788798
• ISBN13: 9781162788791
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"