The Rise Of English Literary Prose (1915)

The Rise of English Literary Prose is a book written by George Philip Krapp in 1915. The book is a comprehensive study of the development of English literary prose from its earliest origins to the modern era. Krapp examines the evolution of English prose through the ages, including the works of notable authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Milton, and Swift.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the history of English literature. Krapp begins by discussing the early origins of English prose in the Middle Ages, including the influence of Latin and French on the language.He then moves on to the Renaissance period, where he examines the works of Shakespeare, Marlowe, and other notable writers of the time. Krapp also discusses the influence of the printing press on the development of English prose during this period.The book also covers the Enlightenment era, where Krapp discusses the works of John Locke and other philosophers who helped shape the English language. He then moves on to the Romantic period, where he examines the works of Wordsworth, Coleridge, and other poets who helped to shape the literary landscape of England.Krapp concludes the book with a discussion of the modern era, where he examines the works of modernist writers such as James Joyce and Virginia Woolf. He also discusses the impact of technology on the development of English prose in the 20th century.Overall, The Rise of English Literary Prose is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a detailed analysis of the development of English prose over the centuries. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.