A Literary History of America

A Literary History of America by Wendell Barrett is a comprehensive and detailed account of the evolution of American literature from its early beginnings to the 20th century. The book covers a wide range of literary genres including poetry, fiction, drama, essays, and memoirs, and provides critical analysis and commentary on the works of major American writers such as Edgar Allan Poe, Walt Whitman, Mark Twain, and Ernest Hemingway.The author traces the cultural and social influences that shaped American literature, including the impact of European literary traditions, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the growth of industrialization and urbanization. The book also explores the role of race, gender, and class in shaping American literary movements, from the Harlem Renaissance to feminist literature.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed historical context and analysis of key literary works, making it an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the rich and diverse history of American literature.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.