From Puritanism to Postmodernism: A History of American Literature
by Richard Ruland
Title:
From Puritanism to Postmodernism: A History of American Literature
Author:
Richard Ruland
Series (if any):
Routledge Classics
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
470 pages
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales)
ISBN-13:
9781138642065
EAN:
9781138642065
Classifications:
Literature: history and criticism
Weight (g):
842
Dimensions (mm):
235 x 159 x 25
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£25.19
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Description
Widely acknowledged as a contemporary classic that has introduced thousands of readers to American literature, From Puritanism to Postmodernism charts the fascinating story of American literature from the Puritan legacy to the advent of postmodernism. From realism and romanticism to modernism and postmodernism it examines and reflects on the work of a rich panoply of writers. Characterised throughout by a vibrant and engaging style it is a superb introduction to American literature. A tour de force of both literary and historical writing, this Routledge Classics edition includes a new preface by co-author Richard Ruland and a new foreword by Linda Wagner-Martin.
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