• ISBN13: 9789362085566
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: N/A
• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: January 1, 2024
• Pages: 116
• Original Price: INR 230.0
• Language: English
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• Item Weight: 260 grams
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"A History of English Literature" offers a meticulous examination of literary evolution from Saxon times to 1916, delving into each era's social and political context. It intertwines human values with literary developments, providing a profound exploration of English literary life and thought. Insightful pen portraits preceding each epoch deepen readers' understanding of the relationship between literature and its historical backdrop. This comprehensive approach makes the book essential for scholars and enthusiasts seeking to understand the rich tapestry of English literary heritage up to the 20th century's beginning.

Arthur Compton-Rickett (1869–1937) was a lawyer, author, and editor, born in Canonbury, London. He adopted the surname Compton-Rickett in 1908 after his father. Educated at Christ's College, Cambridge, he became a lecturer at the University of London and later at the University of Oxford. He served as the editor-in-chief of the British weekly magazine The New Age in the early 20th century. Compton-Rickett was a prolific writer, editor, and historian, known for works such as "Lost Chords," "Personal Forces in Modern Literature," and "A History of English Literature." His contributions include essays, plays, and books like "William Morris: A Study in Personality" and "Portraits and Personalities." Compton-Rickett left a significant impact on English literature and journalism with his extensive body of work.