English fiction from the fifth to the twentieth century

By Carl Holliday

Book Overview

English Fiction From The Fifth To The Twentieth Century is a comprehensive book written by Carl Holliday. The book provides a detailed analysis of the development of English fiction throughout the centuries, from the earliest works to the modern era. It covers a wide range of literary genres, including romance, adventure, satire, and science fiction, and explores the themes and motifs that have emerged over time.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of English literature, starting with the Anglo-Saxon period and ending with the modern era. Each chapter provides an overview of the major literary works of the time, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were written. The book also includes critical analysis of some of the most important works of English fiction, such as Beowulf, Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, Shakespeare's plays, Jane Austen's novels, and Virginia Woolf's modernist masterpiece, Mrs. Dalloway.English Fiction From The Fifth To The Twentieth Century is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both students and general readers. The book is also richly illustrated with images and illustrations that help to bring the literary works to life. Overall, it is a fascinating and informative read that offers a unique perspective on the evolution of English fiction over the centuries.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: 1163120162
• ISBN13: 9781163120163
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 462 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"