Publisher's Synopsis
A Short Course in Literature: English and American is a book written by John Seely Hart and first published in 1873. The book is a comprehensive guide to the study of English and American literature, covering major literary genres such as poetry, drama, and fiction. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to students and general readers alike.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on English literature and the second part on American literature. Each section provides an overview of the major literary movements and figures for each period, as well as critical analysis of selected works.The English literature section covers the medieval period, the Renaissance, the Restoration, the eighteenth century, the Romantic period, and the Victorian era. The American literature section covers the colonial period, the early national period, the Romantic period, and the nineteenth century.The book also includes a glossary of literary terms, as well as study questions and suggested readings for each section. Overall, A Short Course in Literature: English and American is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of English and American 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.
