Long Description of the Plot: 'Die Vorgeschichte Des Historischen Romans in Der Modernen Englischen Literatur' by Friedrich Blume is a thought-provoking book that delves into the origins and evolution of the historical novel as a literary genre in modern English literature. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the development of the historical novel, from its early beginnings to its current form, and explores how this genre has evolved over time. Blume argues that the historical novel has undergone significant changes in response to societal and cultural shifts, and that these changes have had a profound impact on the way we perceive and understand history. The book begins by examining the early forms of the historical novel, which emerged in the 18th century as a response to the growing interest in history and the rise of the middle class. Blume shows how these early novels were often written in a didactic style, with a focus on conveying moral lessons and historical facts to readers. He then traces the evolution of the genre through the works of influential authors such as Walter Scott, Jane Austen, and Charles Dickens, who expanded the scope of the historical novel to include a wider range of themes and characters.

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