Publisher's Synopsis
A Short History of American Literature is a comprehensive and informative book that delves into the development and evolution of American literature. Written by William Peterfield Trent, the book is based on the Cambridge History of American Literature that was published in 1922. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the early colonial period, the rise of romanticism, the emergence of realism, and the modernist movement. It also explores the works of some of the most prominent American writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, and Ernest Hemingway. The book provides readers with a detailed analysis of the themes, styles, and techniques used by these writers, and how they contributed to the development of American literature. Overall, A Short History of American Literature is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the rich literary heritage of America.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.
