Halleck's New English Literature by Reuben Post Halleck
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"Halleck's New English Literature" by Reuben Post Halleck is a comprehensive educational text written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide an insightful and structured overview of the evolution of English literature, emphasizing significant literary movements, key authors, and distinctive qualities that characterize different periods. It seeks to inspire a passion for literature among students and includes suggestions for further reading to encourage continued exploration. The opening of the
book introduces the author's intent and methodology. Halleck emphasizes the importance of literature as a reflection of cultural ideals and the growth of society across generations. In the introductory chapters, he discusses the significance of knowing the geographical and historical context of literary works, suggesting that understanding the authors’ environments—both physically and intellectually—enhances the appreciation of their contributions to literature. The preface indicates that the text aims to engage students not just in historical knowledge but also in the emotional and intellectual depth of literary experiences, setting the framework for a detailed exploration of literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 20th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Halleck, Reuben Post, 1859-1936 |
|---|---|
| Title | Halleck's New English Literature |
| Credits | Produced by Stan Goodman, Keith M. Eckrich and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10631 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1395 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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