A Short History Of American Literature : Kessinger Publishing : 9781162947587 : 1162947586 : 10 Sep 2010 : ""A Short History of American Literature"" by Bronson Walter C. is a comprehensive guide to the literary history of America. The book is designed primarily for use in schools and colleges, and it provides a concise overview of the major literary movements, authors, and works that have shaped American literature from its early beginnings to the present day.The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the rest of the text, providing a brief overview of the historical and cultural context in which American literature emerged. From there, the book is divided into chapters that cover specific time periods and literary movements, including colonial literature, the Romantic era, the Realist movement, and the Modernist period.Each chapter includes detailed discussions of the major authors and works from that time period, as well as analysis of the literary techniques and t