What is English Literature?

In its broadest definition, 'English literature' is the entire body of works

written in the English language during the past 1400 years by inhabitants

of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland.

It's a terrific depiction of the evolution of English culture, society, and ethics

and morals, which are actually the basis for civilization in a large part of the

world today.

It's one of main cores usually in school. Has writing and reading, Hundreds of years old!