FLASHCARD 2

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It refers to those who are highly esteemed and well-respected writers whose published works have contributed greatly in the field of literature.

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Canonical Literature

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Came from the root word "canon" or a generally accepted rule, standard or principle.

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Canonical

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Works of literature that are highly respected.

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Canonical Literature

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One of the richest, most developed, and most important bodies of literature in the world. It encompasses both written and spoken works by writers from the United Kingdom.

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English Literature

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Refers to all works of literature in English produced in the United States

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American Literature

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The golden age of English literature. Also, it is the flowering of poetry and the golden age of drama

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Elizabethan Period

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This period is the golden age of lyric poetry. Poetry became the expression of the poet’s personal feelings and emotions.

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Romantic Period

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The period saw the rise of the novel.

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Victorian Period

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Literature of this periods exemplifies the improved crafts of masters.

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Twentieth Century

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What is the largest island of British Isles?

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Great Britain