Mapping Region in Early American Writing

Discover the rich tapestry of early American literature with Mapping Region in Early American Writing, authored by a team of insightful scholars and published by University of Georgia Press in 2018. This compelling volume delves into place-specific, local writings published before 1860, illuminating a crucial yet often overlooked period in the evolution of regional literature in the United States.

With 320 pages of thought-provoking essays, this book not only serves as a prehistory of regionalist writing but also introduces innovative frameworks for theorizing and analyzing regional spaces. Ideal for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of American literature, Mapping Region in Early American Writing invites readers to explore the complexities of locality and identity in early American texts.

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