The book "Review of European literature of the XV, XVI and XVII centuries. Volume 2" was written by the outstanding English historian and literary critic Henry Hallam. In this work, the author examines the development of literature in Europe during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, noting the key trends and creative advances of that time. With the help of in-depth analyzes and historical information, Henry Hallam describes the influential literary works and poetic trends of this period, giving the reader the opportunity to better understand the essence and value of the achievements of European literature of that time. This book will be a useful resource for anyone interested in the history and development of literature in Europe in the XV-XVII centuries.