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Literature: A World History, Volumes 1-4
0470671904 pdf LITERATURE A WORLD HISTORY An exploration of the history of the worlds literatures and the many varieties of literary expression Literature: A World Historyencompasses all the worlds major literary traditions, emphasizing the interrelationship of local and national cultures over time. Spanning global literature from the beginnings of recorded history to the present day, this expansive four-volume set examines the many varieties of the worlds literatures in their social and intellectual contexts. Its four volumes are devoted to literature before 200 CE, from 200 to 1500, from 1500 to 1800, and from 1800 to 2000, with four dozen contributors providing new insights into the art of literature, and addressing the situation of literature in the world today. Read more