Routledge History of Literature in English: Britain and Ireland

The Routledge History of Literature in English is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the development of British and Irish literature,spanning from AD 600 to the present day. It emphasizes the growth of literary writing, its traditions, conventions, and changing characteristics, and includes literature from the margins, both geographical and cultural. The third edition covers recent developments in literary and cultural theory and features a new chapter on novels, drama, and poetry in the 21st century, examples of analysis of key texts, an extensive companion website, lists of Booker, Costa, and Nobel literature prize winners, and an A-Z of authors and topics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 622 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Spanning from AD 600 to the present day, this comprehensive volume delves into the rich tapestry of British and Irish literature, exploring its evolution, traditions, conventions, and shifting characteristics. It encompasses a wide range of literary works, including those from marginalized geographical and cultural backgrounds, highlighting the diversity and richness of the literary landscape.

Quotations from poetry, prose, and drama serve as the foundation for the narrative, providing a deep insight into the literary works under examination.

In its third edition, this esteemed work delves into the latest developments in literary and cultural theory, offering a fresh perspective on the evolution of novels, drama, and poetry in the 21st century. It provides insightful examples of analysis of key texts drawn from across the history of British and Irish literature, encompassing works by renowned authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, John Keats, and Virginia Woolf.

Furthermore, the third edition boasts an extensive companion website that complements the text with additional language notes, key text analysis, lists of Booker, Costa, and Nobel literature prize winners, and an comprehensive A-Z of authors and topics. This resource is an invaluable tool for students of English literature and language, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the field.

The Routledge History of Literature in English is a testament to the enduring significance of English literature and its rich cultural heritage. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, researchers, and enthusiasts alike, offering a comprehensive and insightful journey through the evolution of British and Irish literature.

Weight: 916g
Dimension: 158 x 236 x 46 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032097572
Edition number: 3 New edition