Literature is written expression by writers /authors in a socio-historical domain characterized by the stylistics in the language .They may adopt a form,content & style of the classical genre or in sub genres that overlap in a socio-cultural movements and change in environment and language with distinct rhetoric . It is possible for an American citizen to write in English language or in any language to present a literature of a particular region.
In addition, English literature is known for its dry wit, emphasis on manners and differences between the classes, and stressing theme and style over plot and characterization. American literature is usually much more character-driven and plot-driven, and is often more realistic in its depictions of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances.The former in fiction and the later in novels.
Angelia Poon has written: 'Enacting Englishness in the Victorian period' -- subject(s): History and criticism, English literature, Literature and society, History, Commonwealth literature (English), National characteristics, English, in literature, Identity (Philosophical concept) in literature, Imperialism in literature, Cultural fusion in literature, Knowledge, Theory of, in literature
Literature in English is the writing written in English, but English in literature is the overall English literature that there is in the general category of "literature."
Tara Ghoshal Wallace has written: 'Imperial characters' -- subject(s): Colonies in literature, English literature, Imperialism in literature, In literature, History and criticism, National characteristics, British, in literature
Common characteristics of Old English literature include the use of alliteration, kennings, and epic themes such as heroism and fate. Old English literature often focused on religious and moral themes, with a strong emphasis on oral storytelling. In contrast, modern English literature tends to be more diverse in themes and styles, reflecting a wider range of perspectives and experiences. Modern literature also incorporates more complex narrative structures and explores a broader range of social issues. Additionally, modern English literature is typically written in a more standardized form of the language, making it more accessible to contemporary readers.
Sarah S. G. Frantz has written: 'Women constructing men' -- subject(s): Masculinity in literature, Women authors, English fiction, American fiction, History and criticism, Characters and characteristics in literature, Men in literature 'Women constructing men' -- subject(s): Masculinity in literature, Women authors, English fiction, American fiction, History and criticism, Characters and characteristics in literature, Men in literature
Michael Ragussis has written: 'Figures of conversion' -- subject(s): Conversion to Christianity, Jews, Jews in literature, National characteristics, English, in literature, History and criticism, Group identity in literature, Christianity and other religions in literature, English fiction, History
Hugh Kingsmill has written: 'What they said at the time' -- subject(s): Anecdotes, Anthologies, Authors, English, English Authors 'Made on earth' -- subject(s): Marriage in literature, Marriage 'D.H. Lawrence' 'The English genius' -- subject(s): Civilization, English National characteristics, National characteristics, English 'After Puritanism, 1850-1900' -- subject(s): Religion, English literature, History and criticism, History 'After Puritanism' -- subject(s): Religion, English literature, History and criticism, History
Irene Gilsenan Nordin has written: 'Urban and rural landscapes in modern Ireland' -- subject(s): English literature, Rural-urban relations in literature, Landscapes in literature, In literature, History and criticism, National characteristics, Irish, in literature, Irish authors 'Redefinitions of Irish identity' -- subject(s): History, English literature, Nationalism in literature, History and criticism, Group identity in literature, In literature, Postcolonialism in literature, Nationalism, National characteristics, Irish, in literature, Irish authors, Postcolonialism 'The Body And Desire in Contemporary Irish Poetry'
Mark Paul Bruce has written: 'The Anglo-Scottish border and the shaping of identity, 1300-1600' -- subject(s): History, Nationalism and literature, Scottish authors, National characteristics, English, in literature, History and criticism, HISTORY / Medieval, Scottish poetry, LITERARY CRITICISM / European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Relations, LITERARY CRITICISM / Medieval, National characteristics, Scottish, in literature, In literature, English poetry
Robert Henry Wilson has written: 'Characterization in Malory' -- subject(s): Arthurian romances, Characters, Characters and characteristics in literature, English Romances, English prose literature, History and criticism, Kings and rulers in literature, Knights and knighthood in literature, Sources
Audrey A. Fisch has written: 'American slaves in Victorian England' -- subject- s -: African American abolitionists, American influences, American literature, Americans, Antislavery movements, Appreciation, Civilization, English National characteristics, History, National characteristics, English, Slavery in literature
C. N. Manlove has written: 'The impulse of fantasy literature' -- subject(s): American Fantasy fiction, English Fantasy fiction, Fantasy fiction, American, Fantasy fiction, English, History and criticism 'Literature and reality, 1600-1800' -- subject(s): Intellectual life, English literature, History and criticism, Realism in literature 'The fantasy literature of England' -- subject(s): English Fantasy literature, Fantasy literature, English, History and criticism, National characteristics, English, in literature 'The chronicles of Narnia' -- subject(s): Books and reading, Children, Children's stories, English, Christian fiction, English, English Christian fiction, English Fantasy fiction, Fantasy fiction, English, History, History and criticism, Narnia (Imaginary place)