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English Literature and the History of Ideas

What is English Literature and its history?
The earliest written work that is generally considered English literature is the poem Beowulf, making English literature more than a thousand years old.
Some major periods of English literature include: Old English (700-1150 CE), mostly anonymous writers.
Middle English (1150-1485), including Geoffrey Chaucer.
How to master history of English Literature?
You have to read it in order.
Thorough reading of the book will make you learn about different periods in the History of English Literature.
You will have a perception of the ideology of a certain age/period of English Literature.
This is necessary to understand the literary works in their context.
What is the importance of English Literature?
Not only does it develop skills that are essential for today's global environment, but it also inspires change and innovation.
English Literature studies help us understand our world in all its social, political, economic and cultural aspects through stories, novels, poems, and plays.
In summary, the difference between English Literature and Literature in English? English literature refers to the literary works written in Great Britain and British colonies whereas literature in English refers to literary works from all over the world written in any other language.

What is English Literature and its history?