EPZ Seventeenth Century Literature and Culture (Introductions to British Literature and Culture)

The guide to Seventeenth Century Literature and **Culture provides students with the ideal introduction to literature and its context from 1603-1688, including: - the historical, cultural and intellectual background including religion, politics and culture during the Civil War, Commonwealth and Restoration - major writers and genres including John Donne, George Herbert, Andrew Marvell and John Milton - concise explanations of key terms needed to understand the literature and criticism - key critical approaches from the eighteenth century to the present - a chronology mapping historical events and literary works and further reading including websites and electronic resources.** Historical, Cultural And Intellectual Contexts -- Arts And Culture -- Politics And Religion -- Science And Philosophy -- Literature In The Seventeenth Century -- Major Genres -- Movements And Literary Groups -- Critical Approaches -- Historical Overview -- Current Issues And Debates -- Resources For Independent Study -- Chronology Of Key Historical And Cultural Events. Jim Daems. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 121-132) And Index. This guide provides students with an introduction to literature and its context from 1603-1688, including the historical, cultural and intellectual background as well as the religion, politics and culture during the Civil War, Commonwealth and Restoration Offers a historical, cultural, and intellectual review of the period 1603-1688, including coverage of artistic works.