American Literature
The history of American literature consists of a remarkable body of work produced over a comparatively short period of time. Benjamin Franklin was one of the first important figures with his Poor Richard’s Almanack leading the way. Authors such as Washington Irving, and James Fenimore Cooper were among the earliest of the successful writers. … Keep Reading → It was at this early stage that American literature started to be recognized worldwide. Other writers known for capturing the essence of America in their writings include Mark Twain and Ernest Hemingway. Poets such as Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman helped to change the face of poetry both in America and worldwide. Prolific and respected writers such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, John Steinbeck, and Tennessee Williams further solidified the reputation of American literature as among the finest in the world. Modern writers such as Toni Morrison have continued the tradition of producing literature that is relevant and meaningful to much of the world.
