A Student's History Of English Literature

By William Edward Simonds

Book Overview

""A Student's History of English Literature"" by William Edward Simonds is a comprehensive guide to the literary history of the English language. The book covers the major periods of English literature, from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Victorian era, and includes discussions of important authors, works, and literary movements. The text is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal resource for students of literature or anyone interested in the history of the English language. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter covering a specific time period and including a brief overview of the historical and cultural context of that period. Within each chapter, the author provides detailed analyses of important literary works and their significance within the broader literary canon. This edition has been updated with new information and insights, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students alike. Overall, ""A Student's History of English Literature"" is an essential guide to the rich and varied 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: 1432635301
• ISBN13: 9781432635305
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 500 Pages
• Weight: 1.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"