Notes on English Literature

By Fred Parker Emery

Book Overview

Notes on English Literature is a comprehensive guide to the study of English literature written by Fred Parker Emery. The book provides a detailed analysis of various literary genres, including poetry, drama, and prose, and covers major literary movements and periods from the Middle Ages to the modern era. The book begins with an introduction to the basics of literary analysis, including literary devices, themes, and symbols. It then delves into the history of English literature, starting with the Anglo-Saxon period and moving through the Renaissance, Romanticism, and Modernism. Each chapter focuses on a specific literary period or genre, providing an overview of the major writers and works of the time. The book also includes critical analysis and interpretation of key literary works, such as Shakespeare's plays, Milton's Paradise Lost, and Wordsworth's poetry. In addition to its comprehensive coverage of English literature, Notes on English Literature also includes helpful study aids, such as discussion questions, essay topics, and suggested readings. The book is an ideal resource for students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the rich literary tradition of the English language.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: 1162762454
• ISBN13: 9781162762456
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"