๐Ÿ“šap english literature review

Historical Factors

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Historical factors refer to the events, trends, and conditions that occurred in the past and have influenced a particular literary work or period. These factors can include political movements, social changes, and technological advancements.