History Of English Literature V2 (1900)

The History of English Literature Volume 2, written by Hippolyte Adolphe Taine and originally published in 1900, is a comprehensive exploration of the literary works and movements that shaped English literature from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The book is divided into six parts, each covering a distinct period of English literature. Taine examines the works of notable authors such as Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, Pope, Wordsworth, and Tennyson, as well as the literary movements of the time, such as the Restoration, the Augustan Age, and Romanticism. The author provides critical analysis and commentary on the literary works, discussing their themes, style, and historical context. The book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of English literature.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.