History of English Literature

Old English Literature

• The most famous work in Old English literature is not specified, but it is implied to be a notable piece.

Early English Language

• The earliest form of English is called Old English.

Middle English Development

• Geoffrey Chaucer was a significant figure in the development of vernacular Middle English during a time when French and Latin were dominant literary languages in England.

French Dominance in England

• The Norman Conquest of 1066 led to French becoming the standard language of courts, parliament, and polite society in England.

Standardization of English

• The invention of the printing press helped to standardize the English language.
• The King James Bible also contributed to the standardization of English.

'Abou Ben Adhem' Poem

• Leigh Hunt is the author of the poem 'Abou Ben Adhem'.
• The character of 'Abou Ben Adhem' represents a devout and humble man in the poem.
• The poem 'Abou Ben Adhem' was first published in 1838.
• The poem can be associated with the Romantic literary movement.
• The poem 'Abou Ben Adhem' is structured into 7 stanzas.