American Literature, 1607-1885 V2: American Poetry And Fiction (1888)

By Charles Francis Richardson

Book Overview

American Literature, 1607-1885 V2: American Poetry And Fiction (1888) is a comprehensive book that explores the development of American literature from its early beginnings in the 17th century up until the late 19th century. Written by Charles Francis Richardson, this book is the second volume in a two-part series that covers the entire scope of American literature.In this volume, Richardson focuses specifically on American poetry and fiction, two genres that have played a significant role in shaping the literary landscape of the United States. He provides a detailed analysis of the major poets and novelists of the time, including Edgar Allan Poe, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Walt Whitman, among others.The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter covering a specific period in American literary history. Richardson provides a detailed analysis of the major works of each period, as well as the social and cultural context in which they were written. He also explores the major themes and motifs that are common in American poetry and fiction, such as the search for identity, the struggle for freedom, and the exploration of the natural world.Overall, American Literature, 1607-1885 V2: American Poetry And Fiction (1888) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature. With its comprehensive coverage and insightful analysis, it provides a valuable perspective on the development of American poetry and fiction over the centuries.In Two Volumes.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: 1165279258
• ISBN13: 9781165279258
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"