It is indeed with great pleasure that I introduce the book "PROGRESS", which is in every sense, a companion to the students. The introduction of the CBCS pattern has brought changes to the entire examination format. This book deals with the syllabus of First Semester for students studying English Honours course, under University of Cacutta. However, relevant portion of the book will also be helpul for students studying under other Universities as well. What distinguishes this book from so many others of this type is the examination oriented approach that this book displays. The other prominent features include the entire syllabus of the First Semester being covered in all aspects and in a way that helps the student to tackle different forms of questions.

The History of English Literature part focuses on the analytical discussion of various classified ages, along with the literary genres, their respective authors and works. All the significant topics of phiology are dealt with. The segment related to European Classical Literature is designed to take care of the idividual texts with analysis of authorial biography, features, themes, style and characterisation. Lucidity of expression is coupled with effective use of language to facilitate the students to understand the topics and answer the related questions in the examinations.