The most important periods of English Literature are:
Old English (Anglo-Saxon Period): 450–1066
Middle English Period: 1066-1500
Renaissance: 1500-1600
Neoclassical Period: 1600-1785
Romantic Period: 1785-1832
Victorian Age: 1832-1901
Edwardian Period: 1901-1914
Georgian Period: 1910-1936
Modern Period: Early 20th century
Postmodern Period: Mid-20th century