Hayes, Kevin J.

A Journey Through American Literature

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ISBN 13:
9780199862061
author:
Hayes, Kevin J.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Oxford University Press, Usa
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
24
Dimensions:
13.9 x 1.6 x 20.9 cm
Genre:
Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£27.37

Description

A Journey Through American Literature by Kevin J. Hayes is a comprehensive exploration of America's rich literary heritage. This book charts the history of American literature through thematic chapters, providing a clear and engaging framework for understanding the country's cultural narrative. Through Hayes' approachable analysis, readers can gain insight into key aspects of American literature, including travel and geography, character development, voice and dialect, and the role of memory. The book covers a range of genres, including poetry, drama, and the novel, as well as travel writing, autobiography, and frame tales. With over 20 illustrations, a bibliography, and a chronology, this book provides a detailed and informative look at America's literary history, featuring key writers such as Mark Twain, Ralph Ellison, Emily Dickinson, and Harriet Jacobs.

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