| Author |
Albert, Edward, 1890-1944 |
| LoC No. |
23011504
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| Title |
A history of English literature : A practical text-book
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| Original Publication |
United States: Thomas Y. Crowell Company, 1923.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tim Lindell, Karin Spence. Barger Richardson Library (Oakland City University) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"A History of English Literature: A Practical Text-Book" by Edward Albert is a comprehensive literary reference written in the early 20th century. This text serves as both a historical overview and a practical guide, tracing the development of English literature through various periods and genres, as well as notable authors and their works. Readers looking for a structured exploration of literary evolution in England will find this book to be a valuable resource. The opening of the book establishes foundational aspects of English literature, focusing particularly on the Old English period. It highlights the limited factual knowledge about this era, emphasizing that much of what we understand is inferred from surviving texts, with key historical events shaping the literary landscape. Albert discusses the anonymous nature of many Old English poets and the reliance on translations from Latin, alongside the distinct features of Old English manuscripts. The narrative is enriched with references to significant works like "Beowulf," setting the stage for the discussions on subsequent literary developments. The author articulates his ambitions to present a lively and engaging account of the historical backdrop and literary milestones as the text unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English literature -- History and criticism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70731 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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