The Literary History of England V1: In the End of the Eighteenth and Beginning of the Nineteenth Century (1882)

The Literary History of England Volume 1: In the End of the Eighteenth and Beginning of the Nineteenth Century is a book written by Margaret Oliphant and published in 1882. It is a comprehensive study of English literature during the period of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book covers the works of major literary figures such as Samuel Johnson, William Wordsworth, and Jane Austen, as well as lesser-known writers of the time. Oliphant provides a detailed analysis of the literary trends and movements of the period, including the Romantic movement and the rise of the novel. She also explores the social and political context in which these works were produced, offering insights into the cultural and historical significance of the literature of the time. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of English literature, as well as anyone interested in the cultural and intellectual history of England in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.In Three Volumes.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.