Initial Studies in American Letters by Henry A. Beers

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Author Beers, Henry A. (Henry Augustin), 1847-1926
Title Initial Studies in American Letters
Note Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Initial Studies in American Letters" by Henry A. Beers is a historical literary analysis written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a companion piece to earlier writings on English literature, focusing specifically on significant developments in American literature up to its time. It examines various literary figures and movements through a chronological lens, from the colonial period to the revolutionary period and beyond, offering insights into the shaping of American letters. The opening of the book establishes its intent to provide a comprehensive overview of American literary history, beginning with the colonial era. Beers discusses how the writings of early American colonists served more as historical records than as substantial literary works. He reflects on the challenges and realities faced by the colonists, emphasizing how these hardships overshadowed their literary pursuits. The text also hints at the diverse influences shaping literature in America, the importance of early figures like Captain John Smith, and sets the stage for deeper explorations of the evolution of American literature in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American literature -- History and criticism
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EBook-No. 15854
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Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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