The rise of the novel during the age of the British Empire.
Gothic Literature
Books with darker themes, including elements of unease, haunting, and the supernatural.
The Romantic Period
A hugely influential time with poets whose names remain famous to this day.
The Restoration and 18th Century
A less famous time in English literature, when political upheaval changed society.
The Elizabethan Period
A golden age of English literature during the reign of Elizabeth I.
Middle English
English between the 11th and 16th century.
Old English
Background on the English used between the 5th and 14th century.
Jealousy
Insecurity and anger that comes from feeling another person is taking something you love.
Hubris
Pride that leads to failure.
Awakening
Discovering a true purpose that has been hidden inside.