A Manual of American Literature

By James Brady Smiley

Book Overview

A Manual of American Literature is a comprehensive guide to the literary works produced in America. Written by James B. Smiley, this book offers a detailed analysis of the major literary movements, genres, and authors in American literature. The book covers a wide range of literary works, from the early colonial period to the contemporary era. It includes discussions of the works of famous authors such as Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mark Twain, and Ernest Hemingway, as well as lesser-known writers who have contributed to the American literary canon. The book also provides historical and cultural context for the literary works, examining how they reflect the social and political issues of their time. With its clear and accessible writing style, A Manual of American Literature is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the rich literary tradition of America.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432671715
• ISBN13: 9781432671716
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"