A History of Elizabethan Literature by George Saintsbury

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Author Saintsbury, George, 1845-1933
Title A History of Elizabethan Literature
Alternate Title History of English Literature
Elizabethan Literature
Note Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "A History of Elizabethan Literature" by George Saintsbury is a historical account of English literary development during the Elizabethan era, likely written in the late 19th century. This work traces the progress and characteristics of prose and poetry from the beginning of Queen Elizabeth I's reign to the end of the Jacobean period, exploring numerous authors and their contributions to the literary landscape of the time. The opening of the text introduces the context and significance of Elizabethan literature, starting with Tottel's "Miscellany," which marked the dawn of a new poetic era and laid the groundwork for subsequent literary innovations. Saintsbury discusses key figures such as Sir Thomas Wyatt and Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey, emphasizing their influence on the evolution of English poetry. He reflects on the transition from medieval poetic conventions to a more personal and introspective form of expression, highlighting the blending of classical influences and the unique characteristics that defined Elizabethan literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Elizabeth, 1558-1603
Subject Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603 -- Relations with authors
Subject English literature -- Early modern, 1500-1700 -- History and criticism
Subject England -- Intellectual life -- 16th century
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