Publisher's Synopsis
English Literature And Its Backgrounds, V2: From The Forerunners Of Romanticism To The Present is a comprehensive book written by Bernard D. N. Grebanier. The book is the second volume of a two-volume series that explores the history of English literature and its cultural and social contexts. In this volume, Grebanier delves into the period from the forerunners of Romanticism to the present day. He covers a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, drama, and prose, and examines the works of major literary figures such as William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and Virginia Woolf. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of the historical, political, and social factors that influenced the development of English literature during this period. Grebanier explores the impact of the Industrial Revolution, the rise of the middle class, and the changing attitudes towards gender and sexuality on the literary works of the time. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both students and general readers. It includes numerous illustrations, maps, and timelines to help readers better understand the context in which the literary works were produced. Overall, English Literature And Its Backgrounds, V2: From The Forerunners Of Romanticism To The Present is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the cultural and social contexts that shaped it.In Two Volumes. Volume 1, From The Old English Period Through The Age Of Reason; Volume 2, From The Forerunners Of Romanticism To The Present.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.
