Anthology of American Literature Vol. I: Colonial Through Romantic [Paperback]

George L. McMichael (Editor), Frederick Crews (Editor), J. C. Levenson (Editor), Leo Marx (Editor), David E. Smith (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 26, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0133732835 | ISBN-13: 978-0133732832 | Edition: 6th

An anthology of American literature, this volume covers Christopher Columbus through Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson. It emphasizes the contributions to the American literary canon made by women and ethnic minorities. Extensive explanatory headnotes and footnotes link the authors and works of a particular period. In this edition there is an expanded presentation of Native American literature (including myths, tales and autobiography).

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

This leading, two-volume anthology represents America's literary heritage from the colonial times of William Bradford and Anne Bradstreet to the contemporary era of Saul Bellow and Alice Walker. Volume I covers Christopher Columbus through Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson.

From the Back Cover

Key Benefit: Represents the American literary works most respected by modern scholars. Key Topics: Volume I covers Christopher Columbus through Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson. This book also emphasizes the contributions to the American literary canon made by women and minority authors. Extensive explanatory headnotes and footnotes link the works and authors of a period and provide readers with additional insights into each selection. New to this edition is an expanded presentation of Native American literature (myths, tales, autobiography, etc.).

Product Details

• Paperback: 2332 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div; 6th edition (February 26, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0133732835
• ISBN-13: 978-0133732832
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 2.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,058,883 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)