American Literature in the Colonial and National Periods is a book written by Lorenzo Sears and originally published in 1902. The book is a comprehensive study of American literature from the colonial period to the end of the 19th century. It covers the major literary works, authors, and movements that shaped American literature during this time.The book is divided into two parts - the colonial period and the national period. In the first part, Sears discusses the literature of the early settlers in America, including the Puritans and the Quakers. He also explores the works of famous colonial writers such as William Bradford, Anne Bradstreet, and Cotton Mather.In the second part, Sears examines the literature of the national period, which includes the works of famous American writers such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Herman Melville. He also discusses the impact of the Civil War on American literature and the emergence of new literary movements such as realism and naturalism.Throughout the book, Sears provides insightful analysis of the literary works and their historical context. He also includes biographical information on the authors and discusses the literary trends and themes of the time.Overall, American Literature in the Colonial and National Periods is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature. It provides a thorough overview of the major writers and works of the colonial and national periods and offers a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context in which they were written.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.