This comprehensive edition of the works of William Shakespeare includes the complete text of the comedies, histories, tragedies, and poems. Edited by Benjamin Willis Wells, John Bell Henneman, and William Peterfield Trent, it is an essential resource for Shakespeare scholars and enthusiasts.
The Cambridge History of American Literature is a comprehensive survey of American literature from its earliest beginnings to the early twentieth century. The book covers a wide range of genres and authors, from colonial writers such as William Bradford and Anne Bradstreet to modernists such as T.S. Eliot and Gertrude Stein. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in American literature and culture.
This 18th Century literary work provides an in-depth analysis of the institution of marriage. Engagingly written, the book explores the concept of matrimonial chastity and its abuse at the hands of various societal factors. In doing so, it offers insight into the nature of matrimony and its place in society. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of marriage and societal norms around it.
This historical book examines the life of Francis W. Gilmer, a lawyer, politician, and journalist, and investigates the connection between Virginia and England through Gilmer's letters. The book also provides an account of the English professors obtained by Thomas Jefferson for the University of Virginia.
A collection of poems by Robert Louis Stevenson, including classics such as 'My Shadow' and 'The Swing'. Stevenson's poetry is known for its whimsy, humor, and vivid descriptions of nature. This edition includes a biographical introduction and contextual notes.
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the life and works of Daniel Defoe, the author of Robinson Crusoe and many other classic novels. Written by William Peterfield Trent, a leading literary critic of the early 20th century, it provides a detailed analysis of Defoe's writing style and thematic concerns. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the English novel.
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