| Author |
Voinovich, Géza, 1877-1952 |
| Title |
Az angol irodalom története
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| Original Publication |
Budapest: Franklin-Társulat, 1926.
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| Series Title |
Kultura és tudomány; 53.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Albert László from page images generously made available by the Library of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences
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| Summary |
"Az angol irodalom története" by Géza Voinovich is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of English literature from its earliest beginnings through significant literary periods, highlighting notable authors and their contributions. It serves as an exploration of the evolution of English literary forms and themes, including poetry, prose, and drama. The opening of the work introduces the subject matter, focusing initially on the ancient and early medieval phases of English literature. Voinovich discusses the cultural context post-Roman occupation, referencing the influence of Celtic tribes and the introduction of Christianity. He emphasizes the significance of seminal works such as "Beowulf" and the transitions from pagan to Christian literature, setting the stage for a broader examination of literary movements, key figures, and the societal changes that shaped English literary traditions. The foundation laid in this opening signals the depth of analysis the book promises in exploring the dynamic history of English literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Hungarian |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English literature -- History and criticism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72570 |
| Release Date |
Dec 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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