A History Of English Literature (1904)

A History of English Literature is a comprehensive book written by William Vaughn Moody in 1904. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of English literature from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. The author covers all the major periods of English literature, including the Anglo-Saxon period, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Restoration, the Romantic era, and the Victorian era. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific literary periods and movements, and each chapter provides a detailed overview of the literature produced during that time. The author also includes biographical information about the most important writers of each period, along with critical analysis of their works. Throughout the book, Moody provides a comprehensive understanding of the social, cultural, and historical contexts that influenced the development of English literature. He also discusses the impact of major literary movements and trends on the development of English literature, such as the rise of the novel, the emergence of Romanticism, and the influence of the Industrial Revolution. Overall, A History of English Literature is an essential resource for students and scholars of English literature who want to gain a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of English literature and its cultural significance.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.