A Short Biographical Dictionary Of English Literature

The lives and works of some of the most significant authors in English literature are covered in detail in John W. Cousins book ‘A Short Biographical Dictionary of English Literature.’ The book includes entries on poets novelists essayists playwrights and other writers from the medieval era until the early 20th century. Each entry includes a brief biography of the author as well as a summary of their most important literary productions and innovations. The book also has a thorough index and a list of recommended reading materials. To assist readers grasp the value of each authors work Cousins writing is straightforward and succinct and he takes care to include context and background information. For students academics and anybody else interested in the history of English literature the book is an invaluable tool.