A Concise History of English Literature traces the evolution of British writing from its oral origins to its contemporary landscape. A lucid, accessible alternative to bulky reference histories, this volume helps students and teachers navigate the authors, movements and ideas that shaped the canon.
Key features
- Detailed overviews of the socio-historical forces and ideological shifts within each literary period.
- Comprehensive discussions on the development of genres, forms and styles through the ages.
- In-depth studies of major authors, including biographies, work summaries and analysis of stylistic features.
- An integrated timeline of literary works from England, India and across the globe, mapped alongside historical events.
- Quick reference tools: an alphabetised index of authors and a glossary of literary terms.