Representative English Literature from Chaucer to Tennyson

Representative English Literature from Chaucer to Tennyson is a comprehensive anthology of English literature edited by Henry S. Pancoast. The book covers the period from the 14th century to the 19th century and includes works by some of the most prominent writers in English literature. The anthology begins with selections from Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and includes works by Shakespeare, Milton, Pope, Wordsworth, and Tennyson, among others. The book is organized thematically, with sections devoted to poetry, drama, and prose. Each section includes an introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the works included. The book is intended for students of English literature and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of English literature over time.1896. Selected and supplemented with historical connections and a map. The author has attempted to write a book that will answer the needs of those who are beginning to teach the subject according to new methods. This new method combines the story of the history of literature with that of the literature itself. The text is divided into four parts: The Period of Preparation; The Period of Italian Influence; The Period of French Influence; and The Modern English Period.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.