American Literature: An Historical Sketch, 1620-1880 (1882)
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ISBN10: 1436765730
ISBN13: 9781436765732
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 488
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781436765732
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 29 2008
Pages: 488
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
American Literature: An Historical Sketch, 1620-1880 is a book written by John Nichol and published in 1882. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of American literature from its beginnings in the early 17th century until the end of the 19th century. Nichol explores the major literary movements and figures of each period, including the Puritan writers of the colonial era, the Romantic poets of the early 19th century, and the Realist and Naturalist writers of the late 19th century.The book is divided into chapters that cover each period of American literary history in detail. Nichol provides biographical information about the major writers of each era, as well as critical analysis of their works. He also examines the social and cultural context in which these writers lived and worked, exploring the ways in which their writing was influenced by the political, economic, and social changes of their time.Overall, American Literature: An Historical Sketch, 1620-1880 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature. Nichol's detailed analysis and engaging writing style make this book both informative and enjoyable to read.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.
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