Introduction to the Literature of Europe in the Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and…
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| Author | Hallam, Henry, 1777-1859 |
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| Title | Introduction to the Literature of Europe in the Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and Seventeenth Centuries, Vol. 2 |
| Alternate Title | Introduction to the Literature of Europe in the 15th, 16th, and 17th Centuries, Vol. 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 51.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Introduction to the Literature of Europe in the Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and Seventeenth Centuries" by Henry Hallam is a historical account published in the early 19th century. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the state of literature during significant periods of European history, specifically focusing on the social and cultural changes affecting literary production and thought. The opening of this work sets the stage for a comprehensive analysis that spans several centuries. Hallam discusses the transition of learning from the Middle Ages into the cultural swell of the Renaissance, touching upon pivotal events such as the decline of classical learning and the emergence of universities. He reflects on the influence of key figures and the shifting dynamics of various European languages during these times, laying a foundation for his exploration of how literature evolved alongside social and intellectual developments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Literature, Modern -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43869 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 127 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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