American Literature, 1607-1885 V1 The Development Of American Thought

American Literature, 1607-1885 V1: The Development of American Thought is a comprehensive book that explores the evolution of American literature from its colonial beginnings to the end of the 19th century. Written by Charles F. Richardson, a renowned American literary historian, the book takes a detailed look at the cultural, political, and social forces that shaped American thought during this period.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in American literary history. The first chapter examines the literature of the colonial era, focusing on the works of early American writers such as William Bradford and Anne Bradstreet. The following chapters explore the literature of the Revolutionary and Early National periods, the Romantic era, and the literature of the Civil War and Reconstruction.Throughout the book, Richardson pays close attention to the major literary figures of each period, including Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Edgar Allan Poe, and Walt Whitman. He also examines the various literary genres that emerged during this time, including the novel, the short story, and poetry.In addition to analyzing the literature of each period, the book also provides insight into the broader cultural and historical context in which these works were produced. Richardson explores the impact of political and social movements such as the American Revolution, the abolitionist movement, and the Civil War on American literature.Overall, American Literature, 1607-1885 V1: The Development of American Thought is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature and the cultural forces that shaped it. With its detailed analysis and comprehensive coverage, this book is sure to be of interest to scholars, students, and general readers alike.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.