The Early American Novel (1907)

The Early American Novel is a historical and literary analysis of the early American novel written by Lillie Deming Loshe and originally published in 1907. The book explores the development of the novel in America from its beginnings in the late 18th century through the mid-19th century. Loshe examines the social and cultural context in which the early American novel emerged, including the influence of European literary traditions and the impact of the American Revolution. She also delves into the themes and styles of the early American novel, including the use of sentimentalism, the portrayal of women and minorities, and the depiction of the American landscape.The book includes detailed analyses of several key works of early American fiction, including The Power of Sympathy by William Hill Brown, Charlotte Temple by Susanna Rowson, and The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper. Overall, The Early American Novel provides a comprehensive overview of the early American novel and its significance in the development of American 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.