American Literature, 1607-1885 V2: American Poetry And Fiction (1888) is a comprehensive guide to American literature, focusing specifically on poetry and fiction. Written by Charles Francis Richardson, a prominent literary critic and scholar of the time, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the major literary works produced in America from the early colonial period to the late 19th century. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on American poetry and the second part on American fiction. Within each section, Richardson provides detailed critical commentary on the most significant works of the period, including those of well-known authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Walt Whitman. Throughout the book, Richardson offers insights into the cultural and historical context of each work, as well as its literary significance and impact. He also provides biographical information about the authors, helping readers to better understand the personal experiences and influences that shaped their writing. Overall, American Literature, 1607-1885 V2: American Poetry And Fiction (1888) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American literature. With its detailed analysis and expert commentary, it offers a comprehensive overview of the major literary works of the period, and provides valuable insights into the cultural and historical context in which they were produced.In Two 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.