1. This document provides a brief overview of major periods and movements in English literature from classical mythology to postmodernism. 2. Key details include the myths, genres, and conventions that emerged during each period as well as representative authors such as Homer, Chaucer, Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Eliot, and Duffy. 3. Stylistic features emphasized include the development of forms like sonnets, metaphysical conceits, and free verse as well as themes of courtly love, individualism, emotion, and everyday language.