Development of English Literature and Language, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Alfred Hix Welsh

 
9780243330973: Development of English Literature and Language, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Development of English Literature and Language, Volume II offers a clear map of how English letters evolved across periods, from early shifts in society to modern thought.

This nonfiction survey organizes topics by era, highlighting politics, religion, science, and culture as they shaped poetry, prose, drama, and criticism. The book frames how major movements and representative authors contributed to a changing literary landscape, with careful context to help readers understand connections across time.

  • Learn how social and political change influenced literature, including the rise of new ideas and the shift in literary forms.
  • See how poets, novelists, essayists, and critics responded to the world around them, from early transitions to later diffusion.
  • Discover recurring themes, key works, and biographical sketches that illuminate the development of English language and literature.
  • Grasp the evolution of criticism and the changing role of science, religion, and philosophy in literary culture.
Ideal for readers of literary history, college courses, and anyone seeking a structured overview of how English literature unfolded across eras.

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