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American Literature

American Literature. Introduction. Course Description. This course will survey American literature from the Colonial period to the Post-World War II period. Readings will include poems, novels, essays, autobiographies, short stories, and philosophical writings, originating in different

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Washington Irving: American Romanticism

Washington Irving: American Romanticism. Washington Irving 1783-1859. born in New York City (near present-day Wall St.) youngest of 11 children parents were Scottish-English immigrants. Biographical Information. his parents greatly admired General George Washington (hence his name)

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The Consolidation of American Literature

The Consolidation of American Literature. 1780-1861. General characteristics of the period. During this period we have the coming of age of American literature. The period is marked by the consolidation of United States as an independent country.

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