A Short History Of America's Literature

A Short History of America's Literature: With Selections from Colonial and Revolutionary Writers is a book written by Eva March Tappan in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of American literature, from its colonial roots to the early 20th century. It includes a selection of writings from notable authors of the time, including William Bradford, Cotton Mather, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson.The book begins with an introduction to the early colonial literature, including the Puritan literature of the 17th century. It then goes on to discuss the literature of the Revolutionary period, including the works of Thomas Paine and the Federalist Papers. The book also covers the Romantic period, the rise of the novel, and the emergence of American realism.Throughout the book, Tappan provides historical context and critical analysis of the selected writings. She also includes biographical information about the authors and their contributions to American literature. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an ideal introduction to the history of American literature for students and general readers alike.Overall, A Short History of America's Literature: With Selections from Colonial and Revolutionary Writers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of American 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.