York Notes Companions Nineteenth Century American Literature

The York Notes Companion to Nineteenth-Century American Literature explores literature written during an era of revolution, independence, civil war and consolidation. Covering genres such as the early American novel, realist fiction and historical romance, short stories and poetry, the Companion explores examples from each genre in detailed commentaries, and guides students through key literary theories and debates. Connecting texts with their historical and scholarly contexts, this is essential reading for any student of nineteenth-century American literature.

Each York Notes Companion provides:

      Analysis of key texts and debates

      Extended commentaries for further in-depth analysis of individual texts

      Exploration of historical, social and cultural contexts

      Annotations clarifying literary terms and events in history

      Modern theoretical perspectives in practice

      Timelines and annotated further reading

Rowland Hughes is a Principal Lecturer in English and American Literature at the University of Hertfordshire.