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A Preface to Colonial American Poetry: A Study in the Poetry of the Age in Relation to American History and Literature - Couverture souple

Jabbar, Wisam Abdul

 
9780595343287: A Preface to Colonial American Poetry: A Study in the Poetry of the Age in Relation to American History and Literature
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ISBN 10 : 0595343287 ISBN 13 : 9780595343287
Editeur : iUniverse, 2005

Synopsis

A Preface to Colonial American Poetry is a practical source for anyone interested in American literature. Encyclopedic and groundbreaking, A Preface to Colonial American Poetry presents a critical, analytical survey of Colonial American poetry within the context of American literature in general.In clear and easy to understand language, the book chronicles significant events from the arrival of the first emigrants at the Jamestown colony to the Declaration of Independence. The poetry of New England, Middle and South colonies is discussed with its fascinating interplay of diverse influences.The early settlers had already burned most of their bridges to the traditional culture behind them when they sailed for America and yet their writers kept looking back for inspiration. Author Wisam Khalid brings his modest experience with foreign students to the formation of this book to help international students better understand American history and literature in terms of discovery, foundation, periods and pioneers.Author Wisam Khalid has tailored this book to fit the needs of not only foreign seekers but also native undergraduates who will find interesting comparative insights into American and English poetry.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

A Preface to Colonial American Poetry is a practical source for anyone interested in American literature. Encyclopedic and groundbreaking, A Preface to Colonial American Poetry presents a critical, analytical survey of Colonial American poetry within the context of American literature in general.In clear and easy to understand language, the book chronicles significant events from the arrival of the first emigrants at the Jamestown colony to the Declaration of Independence. The poetry of New England, Middle and South colonies is discussed with its fascinating interplay of diverse influences.The early settlers had already burned most of their bridges to the traditional culture behind them when they sailed for America and yet their writers kept looking back for inspiration. Author Wisam Khalid brings his modest experience with foreign students to the formation of this book to help international students better understand American history and literature in terms of discovery, foundation, periods and pioneers.Author Wisam Khalid has tailored this book to fit the needs of not only foreign seekers but also native undergraduates who will find interesting comparative insights into American and English poetry.

Biographie de l'auteur

Wisam Khalid Abdul Jabbar, a native of Baghdad, is the author of Songs and Sonnets of Reminiscence, a book of passionate poetry. His years as a university teacher yielded his Master thesis, Shelley?s Mythical Stages, and his PhD dissertation, The Restoration Court Poets: Monarchists or Anarchists. Presently, he is undertaking another book project: Modern English Drama: A European Perspective.

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Éditeur
iUniverse
Date d'édition
2005
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0595343287
ISBN 13 
9780595343287
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
264
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Personne responsable
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