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English and American Literature History
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First, American literature reflects beliefs and traditions that come from the nation’s
frontier days. The pioneer ideals of self-reliance and independence appears again and
again in American writings. American authors have great respect for the value and
importance of the individual. They tend to reject authority and to emphasize democracy
and the equality of people. They often celebrate nature and a sense of boundless space.
Second, American writers have always had a strong tendency to break with literary
tradition and strike out their awn directions. Writers of other counties seem to absorb
their national literary traditions. But many authors have rejected the old in order to create
something new.
Third, a lively streak of humor runs through American literature from earliest times to the
present. In many cases, a dash of salty humor saves a serious theme from becoming too
sentimental. American humor tends to be exaggerated rather than subtle. It reflects the
people’s ability to laugh at themselves even during the most difficult times.
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