A History Of Southern Literature (1906) - Carl Holliday - Bog

A History of Southern Literature is a book written by Carl Holliday and originally published in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the literary history of the American South, from its earliest beginnings to the turn of the 20th century. The book is divided into three main sections: the colonial period, the antebellum period, and the postbellum period. Within each section, Holliday examines the major writers and works of the time, as well as the cultural and historical context that shaped them. Throughout the book, Holliday emphasizes the unique qualities of Southern literature, including its focus on regionalism, the influence of the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the role of race and class in shaping Southern identity. He also explores the ways in which Southern literature has been influenced by other literary traditions, such as Romanticism and Realism. Overall, A History of Southern Literature is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literary history of the American South. It provides a thorough and engaging overview of the subject, and remains a classic work in the field to this day.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.