Publisher's Synopsis
English Lands Letters and Kings from Elizabeth to Anne is a historical book written by Donald G. Mitchell. The book provides a comprehensive account of the period between the reigns of Elizabeth I and Anne, focusing on the development of English literature, culture, and politics. It covers the lives of the monarchs, their reigns, and the significant events that occurred during their time. The book also explores the works of prominent writers, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, and John Dryden, and how they contributed to the literary landscape of England during this period. Additionally, the book examines the social and economic changes that took place in England during this time, including the rise of the middle class and the growth of trade and commerce. Overall, English Lands Letters and Kings from Elizabeth to Anne is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in English history, literature, and culture.1890. A litterateur of New Haven, who is best known by his earlier and still popular works, Dream Life and Reveries of a Bachelor, books of a pleasantly sentimental cast. Towards the end of his long life, Mitchell wrote English Lands, Letters, and Kings, which contains many shrewd observations concerning his contemporaries, as well as pungent estimates, often mingled with humour, of the writings and character of earlier authors, but is generally not considered as original contributions to critical 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.
