Contemporary American Literature

Author: John Matthews Manly and Edith Rickert

Description:

Contemporary American Literature by John Matthews Manly and Edith Rickert is a comprehensive study that explores the key works and authors shaping American literature in the early 20th century. The book offers critical analyses of significant literary figures, their contributions, and the thematic and stylistic developments in American writing during this period. Manly and Rickert provide contextual insights, examining the cultural and historical influences that informed the literature. This work serves as an essential resource for understanding the evolution of American literary thought and the distinctive characteristics of contemporary American literature.