The choice of edition of foreign literature history textbooks depended on individual learning needs and preferences. Generally speaking, different versions of teaching materials had different content arrangements, chapter structures, language styles, and so on. One could choose a version that suited one's needs and level. The following are some common foreign literature history textbooks for your reference: The History of Western Culture was written by The British scholar, George Eliot (Edwin Garden). It was a classic work in the history of Western literature. 2. Teaching material version: The Culture of World Literature, written by Japanese scholar Tanizaki Junichiro, covers the basic knowledge, historical background, and literary topics of global literature. 3. Teaching material edition: A Short History of Western Literature, written by the American scholar Harry Freeman, provides a concise summary of the development of Western literature. 4. Text Version: Introduction to Literature, written by British scholar Timur Taylor, systematically introduced the definition, classification, and development of literature. No matter which version of the textbook he chose, he had to read, understand, and digest the content carefully. At the same time, he could also refer to some relevant research papers, academic books, and literary history works to deepen his understanding of literature.