A Critical History of English Literature - Volume I
From the beginings to Milton - David Daiches
A Critical History of English Literature - Volume II
The Restoration to the present day - David Daiches
A learned and imaginative critical history of English literature from Caedmon to D.H. Lawrence.
Professor David Daiches' Critical History gives the reader a facinating insight into over twelve centuries of great writings. With enormous intelligence and enthusiasm, he guides the reader through this vastly complex and rich tradition, finely balancing historical background with highly informed criticism. Daiches' groundbreaking work is essential reading for all lovers of literature.
'To read this splendidly daring work is to be delighted, illuminated and (the word is no exaggeration) exalted.' Peter Greene
