"A History of American Literature Since 1870" by Fred Lewis Pattee is a historical exploration that studies American literature's path after the Civil War, sorting literary works by eras of cultural change. It studies authors and literary trends, highlighting the development of a uniquely American literary voice reflective of the country’s post-war identity and spirit. The book illustrates how the Civil War was a turning point, impacting society and encouraging a united national perspective. The author presents the rise of new writers and movements, like realism, capturing the reflections of American landscapes and cultures in literature. Pattee's purpose is to show how American writers developed their own style, finding inspiration within their own experiences and environments, stepping away from European influences.
A History of American Literature Since 1870
By Fred Lewis Pattee
Explore the evolution of American storytelling after a nation-defining war, where writers found their voice amidst cultural shifts and a burgeoning national identity.
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About the AuthorFred Lewis Pattee was an American author and scholar of American literature. As a professor of American literature at the Pennsylvania State University, Pattee wrote the lyrics of the Penn State Alma Mater. Pattee is sometimes labeled the "first Professor of American Literature", a position he held at Penn State from 1895 until 1928.
Fred Lewis Pattee was an American author and scholar of American literature. As a professor of American literature at the Pennsylvania State University, Pattee wrote the lyrics of the Penn State Alma Mater. Pattee is sometimes labeled the "first Professor of American Literature", a position he held at Penn State from 1895 until 1928.
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