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The Lost Tradition Of American Letters

The Lost Tradition Of American Letters

Thorp, Willard

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ISBN10: 1428657916
ISBN13: 9781428657915
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 25 2006
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.12 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Lost Tradition Of American Letters by Thorp, Willard is a comprehensive analysis of the development of American literature from its earliest beginnings up to the mid-20th century. The book explores the various literary movements, genres, and styles that emerged in America and how they contributed to the formation of a unique American literary tradition. The author examines the works of famous American writers such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Herman Melville, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson, and Mark Twain, among others, and analyzes their contributions to American literature. He also explores lesser-known writers and their works, highlighting their importance in shaping American literature. The book delves into the cultural, social, and political factors that influenced American literature, including the impact of slavery, the Civil War, and the Industrial Revolution. It also discusses the influence of European literature and how American writers adapted and transformed European literary traditions to create a unique American literary tradition. The Lost Tradition Of American Letters is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and development of American literature. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of American literary history, making it an essential addition to any library.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.

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