Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Hallam Succession by Amelia E. Barr
This is the complete text of the 19th-century British novel The Hallam Succession by Amelia E. Barr.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: The Romantic Revival Austen
From the Cambridge History of Literature, provides analysis of the life, novels, and early works of Jane Austen.
Lumen Learning
Lumen: American and Puritan Literature: Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God
"Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" is a sermon written by British Colonial Christian theologian Jonathan Edwards, preached to his own congregation in Northampton, Massachusetts to an unknown effect, and again on July 8, 1741, in...
University of Maryland
British War Poetry in the Age of Romanticism
This annotated collection of poems focuses on the theme of war in the late 1700s. Good for an interdisciplinary look at British history or for a literary exploration of war as a theme.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Chaucer: Introduction
This is an introduction to Geoffrey Chaucer and his major contribution to Middle English literature in The Canterbury Tales. He is known as ""The Father of English Poetry." The essential questions for the unit focuse on his skill with...
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Fu Jen Catholic University: Metaphysical Poetry
This site from the Fu Jen University describes the term "metaphysical" and gives history and definition of the term "metaphysical poet" as coined by critic Samuel Johnson.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: Selected Poetry of George Herbert
Get a taste of metaphysical poetry from one of the most famous metaphysical poets, George Herbert. Here are 21 of his poems, as well as some brief biographical information.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: Selected Poetry of Andrew Marvell
Get a taste of the metaphysical style by reading selected works of Andrew Marvell, noted metaphysical poet of the 17th century.
University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: Richard Crashaw Poetry
This site from the University of Toronto has information on one of the noted 17th century Metaphysical Poets. Get a feel of the metaphysical style by viewing Crashaw's poetry on-line.
Other
Samuel Johnson Sound Bite Page: Time Line
Supplemental to general biographies. Features some information about Johnson's struggles with poverty and depression. Also includes major works.
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: D(avid) H(erbert) Lawrence
This is a brief, but informative, biography of Lawrence. It includes quotations and a bibliography of his works
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Aldous Huxley
Use this site to learn about the famous author Aldous Huxley. This site has several links that will broaden your perspective of this author and his work.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, an African
Read the background of "Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, an African" and view additional resources such as articles, collection items, and teacher resources.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Evelina
Read an overview of "Evelina" by Frances Burney and view additional resources such as articles and collection items.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: John Wycliffe
Familiarize yourself with the life and works of John Wycliffe. This source contains a quick fact sheet, a short biography, and links to related articles, collection items, and works.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Guthlac
Familiarize yourself with the life of Guthlac. This source contains a quick fact sheet, a short biography, and links to related articles.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Pamela
Read an overview of "Pamela" by Samuel Richardson and view additional resources such as articles and collection items.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Tristram Shandy
Read an overview of "The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman" by Laurence Sterne and view additional resources such as articles and collection items.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: William Caxton
Familiarize yourself with the life of William Caxton. This source contains a quick fact sheet, a short biography, and links to related articles, collection items, works, and teacher resources.
British Council
British Council: Margaret Drabble
This rich site offers a brief biography, list of works, prizes and awards, and a statement by the author. Contact information for the author is included.
British Council
British Council Arts: William Trevor
Read a critical perspective, see a list of the author's work, or read a brief biography at this site about novelist, short story writer William Trevor. Contact information is included.
British Library
British Library: Thomas Hardy's Dorset
View landscape images from a variety of artists that depict author Thomas Hardy's native Dorset. These images provided the backdrop for his novels. Click on an image for further details.
British Library
British Library: Teaching Resources: Putting Hamlet in Context: A Summary of Sources
This summary of sources is a quick and easy way to explore the contexts for Hamlet - from ideas on mortality and revenge to traveling players, melancholy, and madness. It will help you make thoughtful connections between the play and the...
British Library
British Library: Blake's 'The Chimney Sweeper': Literature & Injustice
In this lesson plan, students will explore sources related to the lives of chimney sweepers in the early 19th century, highlighting the conditions endured by the children whose plight William Blake highlights in his 'Chimney Sweeper'...
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