ENGLISH LITERATURE IN THE SEVENTEENTH CENTURY: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF CULTURAL RENAISSANCE

Saydivaliyeva Nilufar G'ofur qizi

Axmedov Hasan Uzairovich

Keywords: Keywords: English literature, seventeenth century, literary analysis, themes, genres, writers, historical context, societal impact, reception studies


Abstract

The seventeenth century in England emerges as a beacon of literary innovation
amidst profound political, social, and cultural upheaval. This article embarks on an
exhaustive exploration of English literature during this era, delving into the intricate
tapestry of themes, genres, and movements that defined its landscape. Through
meticulous literary analysis and contextualization within broader historical and
intellectual currents, this study illuminates the myriad voices and perspectives
contributing to the richness of seventeenth-century literature. Furthermore, it examines
the reception and impact of these literary works on contemporary society, highlighting
their enduring relevance and influence.


References

Abrams, M. H. (Ed.). (2018). The Norton Anthology of English Literature (Vol.

. W.W. Norton & Company.

Lewalski, B. (2000). The Life of John Milton: A Critical Biography. John Wiley

& Sons.

Smith, H. (2012). English Literature in the Seventeenth Century: A Select

Bibliography. Cambridge University Press.

Greenblatt, S. (2016). Renaissance Self-Fashioning: From More to Shakespeare.

University of Chicago Press.

Spiller, M. (2010). The Development of the English Novel. Oxford University

Press.

Most read articles by the same author(s)