In this book. the British literature is structured into seven literary periods. Chronologically, each period is introduced first by a brief comment on its social.political, cultural and ideological conditions. Then thebook summarizes the prevailing literary trends and schools of the time. emphasizing the lives and literary careers of the great and major writers. Thirdly, a study and analysis of every author's best works is highlighted,hoping to cultivate the literary qualities of the readers,
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