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Timeline of American Literature - Mrs. Prince

  • Jun 13, 1500

    Native American Myths

    Native American Myths
    Native Americans share stories through oral tradition. Here I would also provide more details on the beliefs, values and philosophies of the time period. I would also include details of the characteristics of Native American literature.
  • Period: Jun 14, 1500 to

    Native Americans

    Describe the time before the European Settlers came to America here
  • The Sky Tree

    The Sky Tree
    a creation myth of the Hurons. Include a few details about the story here, too.
  • Puritans come to New England

    Puritans come to New England
    Puritans land at Plymouth, MA. Descirbe Puritanism - beliefs and values and include characteristics of their writing.
  • Period: to

    Puritanism

    Describe the time period in which the Puritans were working and writing in America. Include details of their beliefs and values, and include characteristics of their writing.
  • Anne Bradstreet's House Burns

    Anne Bradstreet's House Burns
    After this tragic event, Anne wrote the poem "Here Follow Some Verses upon the Burning of Our House, July 10, 1666." Add a few details or a brief summary of the poem.