📚ap english literature review

Historical context

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Historical context refers to the specific time period in which a literary work is written or set. It involves understanding the events, attitudes, and conditions of that time to gain insight into the text.

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