Publisher's Synopsis
""A Short History of American Literature"" is a comprehensive overview of American literature, based on the acclaimed ""Cambridge History of American Literature"" from 1922. Written by William Peterfield Trent, a prominent literary critic and professor at Columbia University, this book covers the major literary movements and figures in American literature, from the colonial period to the early 20th century. The book begins by exploring the literature of the Native Americans and early exploration narratives, before moving on to the Puritan and Enlightenment periods. It then delves into the Romantic and Transcendentalist movements, as well as the rise of realism and naturalism in the late 19th century. The book also covers the emergence of modernism and the Harlem Renaissance, among other important literary periods.Throughout the book, Trent provides insightful analysis and historical context for each literary movement and author discussed. He also includes biographical information on many of the major writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mark Twain, and Emily Dickinson. Overall, ""A Short History of American Literature"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in American literature and its rich history. It provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the major literary movements and figures that have shaped the American literary landscape.With An Introduction By Carl Van Doren.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.
