Early American Literature

Early American Literature: A Study Outline is a book written by Anna Lorraine Guthrie in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literary works produced during the early years of American history. It covers the period from the arrival of the first European settlers in the 17th century to the end of the 18th century, a time when America was still a young and developing nation.The book is divided into different chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of early American literature. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject, discussing the historical and cultural context in which early American literature emerged. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the literature of exploration and settlement, the literature of the Puritans, the literature of the Revolution, and the literature of the early national period.Throughout the book, Guthrie provides detailed analyses of the major literary works of the period, including the writings of John Smith, William Bradford, Anne Bradstreet, Cotton Mather, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Paine. She also discusses the themes and motifs that are common to early American literature, such as the quest for freedom, the struggle for survival, and the search for identity.Overall, Early American Literature: A Study Outline is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary history of America. It provides a thorough and insightful examination of the literary works produced during the formative years of the nation, and it offers a compelling glimpse into the cultural and intellectual landscape of early America.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.