""A Short History of American Literature"" is a book written by William Peterfield Trent, based upon the Cambridge History of American Literature (1922). The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of American literature from the colonial period to the early 20th century. It covers the major literary movements and figures, including the Puritan writers, the Transcendentalists, the Realists, and the Modernists. The author also explores the socio-cultural context of American literature, such as the impact of slavery, the Civil War, and industrialization on literary production. The book is an essential resource for students and scholars of American literature, as well as anyone interested in the history of American culture and society.With An Introduction By Carl Van Doren.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.