English Literature, Considered as an Interpreter of English History by Henry Coppée
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"English Literature, Considered as an Interpreter of English History" by Henry Coppée is a scholarly work that combines literary analysis with historical commentary and was written in the late 19th century. The book aims to explore the interrelationship between English literature and history, emphasizing how literature reflects and interprets historical contexts and events. It examines major literary figures such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Milton, linking their works to the eras they lived
in and the events that shaped English society. The opening of the text sets the stage for this in-depth inquiry by outlining its objectives and the methodology Coppée intends to employ throughout the work. He clarifies that the book will not simply provide a chronological list of authors but will investigate the historical connections of English literature to significant cultural and political events. The introduction also delves into the evolution of the English language and how it has been shaped by various conquests and influences, providing context for the literary masterpieces that follow. This groundwork establishes a comprehensive framework for readers to understand how the literature of England is intertwined with its history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Coppée, Henry, 1821-1895 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 11015796 |
| Title |
English Literature, Considered as an Interpreter of English History Designed as a Manual of Instruction |
| Credits | Produced by Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15176 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 859 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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