Publisher's Synopsis
A Manual of American Literature by James B. Smiley is a comprehensive guide to the literature of the United States. The book covers a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, fiction, drama, and non-fiction, and provides an overview of the major literary movements and periods in American history. The book is divided into chapters that focus on different literary periods, starting with the colonial period and ending with contemporary literature. Each chapter includes a brief historical overview of the period, followed by a discussion of the major literary figures and their works. The book also includes a section on literary criticism and theory, as well as a glossary of literary terms.The author provides detailed analyses of selected works by major American writers, including Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway, and Toni Morrison. The book also features excerpts from key works, as well as discussion questions and writing prompts to help readers engage with the material.Overall, A Manual of American Literature is an essential resource for anyone interested in American literature, whether they are students, scholars, or general readers. It provides a comprehensive overview of the literary traditions of the United States, and offers insights into the cultural and historical contexts in which these works were produced.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.
