A Little History of Literature - (Little Histories) by John Sutherland (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A much-loved author brings the world of literature alive for all ages<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>"An enjoyable account of a lifelong involvement with literature."--John Vukmirovich, <i>Times Literary Supplement</i></b> <p/> This "little history" takes on a very big subject: the glorious span of literature from Greek myth to graphic novels, from <i>The Epic of Gilgamesh</i> to <i>Harry Potter</i>. Beloved author, John Sutherland, who has researched, taught, and written on virtually every area of literature, guides both young readers and the adults in their lives on an entertaining journey "through the wardrobe" to show how literature from across the world can transport us and help us to make sense of what it means to be human. Along the way he introduces us to a wide range of works, enlivening his offerings with humor as well as learning--from <i>Beowulf</i> and Shakespeare to T. S. Eliot and George Orwell, and from the rude jests of Anglo-Saxon runes to <i>The Da Vinci Code</i>. <p/> For younger readers, Sutherland offers a proper introduction to literature, promising to interest as much as instruct. For more experienced readers, he promises just the same.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"Written in prose that is clear and free from the diktat of theory and criticism, <i> A Little History of Literature</i> is an enjoyable account of a lifelong involvement with literature."--John Vukmirovich, <i>Times Literary Supplement</i> <p/>"A genial, enthusiastic guide leads a jaunt through literary history. . . . [Sutherland's] aim is not to draw a line between high art and low, but to share his prodigious joy of reading."--<i>Kirkus Reviews</i> <p/>"This slim book makes for a necessarily cursory review of literature's greats - and the loving treatment by an expert . . . will please both novices and established readers looking to dip back into well-loved works."--<i>Shelf Awareness</i> <p/>"John Sutherland is among the handful of critics whose every book I must have. He's sharp-eyed and sharp-tongued, with a generous heart and a wise head."--Jay Parini <p/><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>John Sutherland</b>, Lord Northcliffe Professor Emeritus of Modern English Literature, University College London, has taught students at every level and is the author or editor of more than 20 books. He lives in London.
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