FAQ About The Influence of Romanticism on Modern Literature

Romanticism was a literary movement that originated in the late 18th century, emphasizing emotion, individualism, and nature. It was a reaction against the Industrial Revolution and the Enlightenment's focus on reason. Key characteristics include an emphasis on emotional depth, a glorification of nature, and an interest in the sublime and the supernatural. Notable Romantic writers include poets like William Wordsworth and John Keats, and novelists like Mary Shelley.