?Every man's memory is his private literature? An Outline History of English Literature systematically traces the development of English as a language and the evolution of different genres of English Literature from the pre-Chaucerian period down to the present age. It provides a complete layout of the works of most major and minor authors of each age. Along with the biographical and historical interpretation of each work, the book reflects the gradual progression of English from its conception to its literary proliferation. A detailed and systematic account of the history of English Literature, this book is a must-read for all litterateurs!