History Of American Literature (1919)

The History of American Literature is a comprehensive book written by Leonidas Warren Payne Jr. in 1919. The book provides a detailed overview of American literature from its earliest beginnings to the early 20th century. Payne Jr. explores the evolution of American literature, its different genres, and the key writers who shaped it.The book is divided into different eras, starting with the colonial period and ending with the modernist movement. Payne Jr. examines the literature of each era, discussing the themes, styles, and cultural influences that shaped it. He also provides biographical information about the major writers of each period, including their personal lives, beliefs, and literary contributions.The book covers a wide range of literary genres, including poetry, fiction, drama, and non-fiction. Payne Jr. analyzes the works of famous writers such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mark Twain, and Emily Dickinson, among others. He also discusses lesser-known writers who made significant contributions to American literature.Overall, The History of American Literature is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of American literature. Payne Jr.'s thorough analysis and insightful commentary make this book an essential read for students, scholars, and literature enthusiasts alike.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.