A Compendious History of English Literature V2: And of the English Language, from the Norman Conquest, with Numerous Specimens (1861)

""A Compendious History Of English Literature V2: And Of The English Language, From The Norman Conquest, With Numerous Specimens"" is a book written by George Lillie Craik and published in 1861. The book is a comprehensive history of English literature and language, covering the period from the Norman Conquest to the mid-19th century.The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume focusing on the period from the 16th century to the mid-19th century. The author provides a detailed account of the major literary movements, authors, and works of the time, including Shakespeare, Milton, and the Romantic poets.In addition to the historical and literary analysis, the book also includes numerous specimens of English literature, including poems, plays, and prose excerpts. These specimens provide a valuable insight into the development of the English language and its use in literature over the centuries.Overall, ""A Compendious History Of English Literature V2: And Of The English Language, From The Norman Conquest, With Numerous Specimens"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and language. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, as well as numerous examples of the literature of the time.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.