Reuben Post Halleck (1859–1936)

Quick read/reference chapbook of biographical, cultural and literary information on England, from 449 A.D. to the 20th century. Includes a map of England with the names of the writers it produced therein. (!)

It is interesting to read an American Literature textbook from almost 100 years ago, when many famous American authors were still around. Also some that were later not as famous. There is a good index and biographical section the the back. As always, these older texts are good reading.

From 499 to the Victorian Age.