Colonial Literature: Colonial Prose And Poetry

By William Peterfield Trent

Book Overview

Colonial Literature: Colonial Prose and Poetry is a book written by William P. Trent. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the literary works produced during the colonial period in America. The author examines the prose and poetry written during this time, exploring the themes, styles, and techniques used by the writers of the era.The book is divided into two main sections: colonial prose and colonial poetry. In the first section, Trent discusses the various types of prose written during the colonial period, including sermons, histories, journals, and letters. He examines the works of prominent writers such as John Winthrop, William Bradford, and Cotton Mather, and analyzes their contributions to the development of American literature.In the second section, Trent focuses on the poetry of the colonial period, exploring the themes of nature, religion, and politics that were prevalent in the works of poets such as Anne Bradstreet, Edward Taylor, and Phillis Wheatley. He also discusses the various poetic forms used during this time, including sonnets, elegies, and hymns.Throughout the book, Trent provides historical context and background information to help readers understand the cultural and social influences that shaped colonial literature. He also includes excerpts from various literary works to illustrate his points and provide readers with a firsthand look at the writing of the time.Overall, Colonial Literature: Colonial Prose and Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature of the colonial period in America. It provides a detailed analysis of the literary works produced during this time and sheds light on the cultural and social forces that shaped them.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: 1430488069
• ISBN13: 9781430488064
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"