"History of American Literature" is a recognized authoritative publication written by the famous American literary critic and historian Reuben Post Halleck. The book covers in detail the development of American literature from colonial times to the present, examining important trends, authors, and works of each era. The author not only presents to the reader the key features of the work of such literary giants as Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway and many others, but also reveals the socio-cultural context that influenced the formation of the American literary tradition. Halleck's colorful and detailed narrative allows the reader to better understand and appreciate the contribution of American writers to world literature. "History of American Literature" will be a valuable source of knowledge for both students and teachers of literature, as well as for a wide range of lovers of fiction.