Publisher's Synopsis
A First Book of English Literature is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of English literature, written by George Saintsbury and published in 1919. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of English literature, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Restoration and the 18th century, the Romantic period, and the Victorian era. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a particular period or genre of English literature. Within each section, Saintsbury provides an overview of the major literary movements and figures of the time, as well as detailed analyses of individual works. He also includes biographical information about the authors and historical context for their writing. Throughout the book, Saintsbury emphasizes the importance of understanding the social, political, and cultural contexts in which literature was produced. He argues that literature is not only a reflection of its time, but also a product of it, and that a thorough understanding of the historical context is necessary for a full appreciation of literary works. Overall, A First Book of English Literature is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of English literature. It provides a comprehensive overview of the major literary movements and figures of the past, and offers valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural contexts in which they wrote.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.
