ENGLISH LITERATURE TIMELINE

English Literature Timeline

Old English period 8th-14th Century

It explores themes of gender equality, morality, and individuality, making it a significant work in the development of the bildungsroman genre.

It It offers a vivid picture of Victorian society, critiquing social wealth, and the pursuit of personal ambition

Tells the biblical story of the Fall of Man and emphazises in Satan as main character, it is consider one of the greates works in English Literature.

Beowulf is an Old English epic poem that tells the story of a hero named Beowulf who battles monsters and dragons. It is one of the oldest surviving works of English literature and provides valuable insights into the culture and values of the time.

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Hamlet

18th Century:

The Faerie Queene, is an allegorical work that celebrates the virtues of Queen Elizabeth I, It is considered a significant contribution to the Renaissance literature.

It is considered to be one of the first English novels and explores themes of survival, colonialism, and self-reliance.

It is about self-discovery and love in the backdrop of social class and gender expectations. It is also a reflection of English society +

16th Century

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