American Literature
American Literature by Boris Ford is the second edition published by Penguin Books in 1991. This comprehensive volume spans 797 pages and presents an account of American literature from its colonial origins to the diverse voices of contemporary writers. The book begins with an essay that explores the social and historical context, highlighting significant authors such as James Fenimore Cooper, Henry James, and Edith Wharton, while also discussing notable figures like Hawthorne, Poe, Melville, Twain, and Whitman.
Readers will find a detailed examination of the evolution of American literature, capturing its development through various eras and styles. The text delves into the contributions of key literary figures and their impact on the American literary landscape. With a focus on literary criticism, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the complexities and richness of American literature, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers alike.
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This is the ninth volume in the Penguin Guide to Literature, and comprises an account of American literature from its colonial origins to the heterogeneous, distinctive voices of today. The first part of this book, which includes an essay on the relevant social and historical context, takes the reader from James Fenimore Cooper, the first American writer to achieve international status as a novelist, through to the early 20th-century and the works of Henry James and Edith Wharton and includes essays on Hawthorne, Poe, Melville, Twain and Whitman.
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