Twelve Centuries of English Poetry and Prose

""Twelve Centuries of English Poetry and Prose"" is a comprehensive anthology of English literature compiled by Alphonso Gerald Newcomer. The book spans twelve centuries of literary history, beginning with Old English poetry and prose from the Anglo-Saxon period and concluding with modern works from the early 20th century. The anthology includes a diverse range of authors and genres, from epic poems like Beowulf and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight to plays by William Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde, to novels by Jane Austen and Charles Dickens. The book also features lesser-known works by writers such as Aphra Behn and Christina Rossetti, as well as selections from influential literary movements like the Romantic and Victorian eras.Each selection is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical and literary context, as well as critical analysis of the work. The book also includes a glossary of literary terms and a timeline of major events in English literature.Overall, ""Twelve Centuries of English Poetry and Prose"" is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the rich history and evolution of English literature.1910. This book was undertaken in response to the desire for a large body of standard English literature in an accessible, compact form, to accompany and supplement the manuals of literary history in use. The periods included in this volume include Anglo-Saxon; Anglo-Norman; Fourteenth Century, Age of Chaucer; The Fifteenth and Early Sixteenth Centuries; The Elizabethan Age-Poetry, Drama and Prose; Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries; The Romantic Age; and The Victorian Age.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.