Chambers's Cyclopedia of English Literature V3

Chambers's Cyclopedia of English Literature V3 is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed overview of English literature. The book is written by Robert Chambers, a Scottish publisher and writer, and is part of a larger series that covers a wide range of topics related to literature, science, and history.This particular volume focuses on English literature and is divided into several sections. The first section provides a general overview of English literature, including its history, genres, and major authors. The second section is a collection of biographical sketches of prominent English writers, including William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens.The third section of the book is a collection of critical essays and reviews of important works of English literature. These essays cover a wide range of topics, from the plays of Shakespeare to the novels of George Eliot.The fourth section of the book is a collection of literary extracts and passages from important works of English literature. These extracts provide readers with a sample of the writing styles and themes that are common in English literature.Overall, Chambers's Cyclopedia of English Literature V3 is an essential reference book for anyone interested in English literature. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject and is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.1879. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766183874, 0766184056. Volume 3 of a 3 volume set. A history, critical and biographical, of British and American authors, with specimens of their writings. A chronological series of extracts from our national authors. Partial Contents: Various Theologians, Metaphysical and Scientific Writers: John Locke; Sir Isaac Newton, Critical and Miscellaneous Writers: James Howell, James Howell, Sir Thomas Herbret, John Earle, Lady Fanshawe, Poets: Joseph Addison, Jonathan Swift, Alexander Pope, Scottish Poets: Francis Sempill, Allan Ramsay, Various Dramatists: William Congreve, Sir John Vanbrugh, Prose Literature: R. Steele, Eustace Budgell, Various Theologians and Metaphysicians: Richard Bentley, John Norris, Miscellaneous Writers: Daniel Defoe, Jonathan Swift, Poets: Matthew Green, John Dyer, James Thomson. Volume 1 ISBN 0766183874, Volume 2 ISBN 0766184056. 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.