Essays on English and American Literature

Leo Spitzer, a renowned philologist and linguist, offers a thought-provoking collection of essays exploring English and American literature. His analyses cover a range of influential works, from Middle English poetry to the writings of Donne, Milton, Keats, Poe, Whitman, and Yeats. Each essay showcases Spitzer's insightful and imaginative interpretations. Notably, the collection features "American Advertising Explained as Popular Art," highlighting his commentary on American culture, making this anthology both intellectually stimulating and culturally relevant.