Handbooks of English Literature Series

Book Details

• ISBN: 9781619520639
• Volumes: Set in 10 Volumes, 12 Parts
• Author: Professor John W. Hales
• Pages: 3950 pp
• Year of Publishing: 2020
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

This pioneering work offers a comprehensive plan for understanding English Literature through a series of introductory manuals, each focused on a specific period in literary history. Selected by Professor John W. Hales, a noted academic from Trinity College, Cambridge, and King’s College London, the set is designed to serve as an accessible and definitive guide to the evolution of English Literature.

The manuals are organized into clearly defined sections, each offering a concise and contextual introduction to key literary periods and figures. The writing style is refreshingly simple, making it ideal for both students beginning their studies and non-specialists seeking to deepen their understanding of English Literature.

Each volume presents essential insights into the dominant personalities of the period and how they shaped the literary landscape. Whether you are delving into a specific literary epoch or looking to enhance your general knowledge of English literature, this work is an invaluable resource for anyone engaging in the study of this subject.

Reviews:
“An exceptional series that makes the study of English Literature approachable for all readers, offering in-depth yet clear introductions to each literary period.”
— The Literary Review

“A must-read for anyone seeking to explore the richness of English literature, with definitive statements that clarify the essence of each literary epoch.”
— The Cambridge Journal of Literature