The Story Of English Literature

The Story of English Literature is a comprehensive overview of the history of English literature written by Reuben Post Halleck. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods and genres of literature, from the Anglo-Saxon period to the modern era. The first few chapters of the book focus on the early history of English literature, including the works of Chaucer and Shakespeare. The book then delves into the Romantic period, the Victorian era, and the modernist movement. Throughout the book, Halleck provides detailed analysis of key literary works and their historical context. He also explores the social and cultural factors that influenced the development of English literature over time. The Story of English Literature is a valuable resource for students and scholars of literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of the English language and its literary traditions. Halleck's engaging writing style and insightful analysis make this book an accessible and compelling read.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.