English Literature: Its History and Its Significance For the Life of the Englishspeaking World
Author: William J. Long
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About This Bookenglish literature: its history and its significance for the life of the englishspeaking world is an allencompassing study of english literature from anglosaxon times to the twentieth century. it interprets literature both biographically and historically by showing how each work reflects not just the writer’s life and thoughts but also the spirit of the age and the nation’s history. it also shows the development of the english literary canon in terms of complexity, from the earlier simple moral allegories to the complex issues addressed in twentiethcentury writings. along with works of literature, this book also analyses important events and social conditions in each period, the lives of important authors, as well as literary epochs. with helpful summaries, bibliographies and tables of chronological events, this book is the best possible guide for students to understand the vast pantheon of english literature. Read moreBook DetailsAuthor: William J. LongPublisher: Rupa Publications India; First Edition (4 October 2015)Format: Paperback – 4 October 2015Language: EnglishPages: 672ISBN: 978-8129135407Weight: 820 g
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- General / Adult
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- English • Paperback – 4 October 2015
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- Rupa Publications India; First Edition (4 October 2015)
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About This Bookenglish literature: its history and its significance for the life of the englishspeaking world is an allencompassing study of english literature from anglosaxon times to the twentieth century. it interprets literature both biographically and historically by showing how each work...
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Recommended for readers who enjoy Arts, Literature and Humanities and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by William J. Long.
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- You’ll love how this book turns the vast history of English literature into a clear, connected story. Instead of isolated texts, you see how writers, movements, and historical moments shape one another—from Anglo-Saxon roots to modern voices. With concise summaries, timelines, and contextual insights, it helps you remember more, understand deeper, and feel confident tackling exams or discussions. It’s the kind of guide that makes a heavy syllabus feel manageable and meaningful.
- Published by Rupa Publications India; First Edition (4 October 2015).
- Language: English.
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About This Bookenglish literature: its history and its significance for the life of the englishspeaking world is an allencompassing study of english literature from anglosaxon times to the twentieth century. it interprets literature both biographically and historically by showing how each work reflects not just the writer’s life and thoughts but also the spirit of the age and the nation’s history. it also shows the development of the english literary canon in terms of complexity, from the earlier simple moral allegories to the complex issues addressed in twentiethcentury writings. along with works of literature, this book also analyses important events and social conditions in each period,...
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