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ROMANTIC AND 19TH CENTURY LITERATURE: A THEMATIC AND HISTORICAL
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The Romantic era, spanning roughly from the late
18th to the mid-19th century, marked a significant
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shift in literary and artistic expression. This period
was characterized by a focus on emotion,
individualism, nature, and a departure from the
rationalism of the Enlightenment. As the 19th century
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industrialization, political revolutions, and the
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KEY THEMES OF ROMANTIC LITERATURE:
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● Individualism and Emotion:
Romantic literature celebrated the individual's emotions and experiences
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as valid sources of artistic inspiration. Writers explored the complexities of
human emotions, often delving into themes of love, passion, and
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introspection. Romantic poets and prose writers shifted away from the
objective, rational approach of the Enlightenment. They embraced
subjectivity, valuing personal feelings and intuition. The individual's
subjective experience became a primary source of inspiration for
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Romantic writers sought to convey emotions with intensity
and authenticity. Emotions were not merely depicted; they
were expressed vividly and passionately. Poets like Lord
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Byron, John Keats, and William Wordsworth explored a
range of emotions, from the ecstasy of love to the depths of
despair.
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Romantic literature. Poets celebrated the joys of love but
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Romantic poetry.

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● Nature as a Source of Inspiration:
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Nature was a central theme in Romantic poetry and
prose. It was viewed as a source of beauty, inspiration,
and spiritual renewal. Emotions were often intertwined
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with the natural world. Romantic poets frequently used
nature as a metaphor for human emotions and as a
backdrop for exploring the depths of feeling.Nature
served as a mirror to the emotional states of the
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refuge from the artificiality of urban life.

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● Imagination and the Supernatural:
Romantic writers were fascinated by the mysterious and unexplained. They
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often incorporated supernatural elements into their works to explore the
boundaries between the natural and the supernatural.
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Gothic literature, a subset of Romanticism, frequently featured supernatural
occurrences, haunted castles, and eerie landscapes. The Gothic tradition,
exemplified in works like Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" and Edgar Allan
Poe's tales, embraced the supernatural. It delved into themes of horror, the
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macabre,
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mysterious depths of the human psyche. This internal exploration often led
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Allan Poe's psychological tales, such as "The Fall of the House of
Usher," delved into the psychological dimensions of the supernatural.

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● Revolt Against Industrialization:
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Romantic literature often portrayed the dehumanizing
effects of industrialization. Factories and machinery
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were seen as forces that alienated workers from the
natural world, their own creativity, and even from
their fellow humans.
Authors depicted the harsh working conditions, long
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hours, and exploitation of labor in the emerging
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industrial society.
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The Romantics idealized nature as a source of inspiration, spiritual
renewal, and a counterbalance to the artificiality of urban life.
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Industrialization, with its pollution and disruption of the natural
landscape, was viewed as severing the connection between humans
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and the natural world.
William Wordsworth's poetry, especially in "Lines Composed a Few
Miles Above Tintern Abbey," reflects a lament for the diminishing
connection to nature.
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The rapid growth of cities and the rise of urban centers during the
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Industrial Revolution were critiqued by Romantic writers. Urban life was
often depicted
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William Blake's "London" portrays the city as a place of suffering and
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oppression, highlighting the negative consequences of industrialization.

Prominent Romantic Writers
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1. William Wordsworth (1770–1850):
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Wordsworth is often regarded as a pioneer of Romantic poetry. He, along
with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, published "Lyrical Ballads" in 1798, a work
that marked the beginning of the Romantic movement.Known for his
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emphasis on the sublime in nature and the power of the human mind,
Wordsworth's poetry celebrates the ordinary and explores the profound in
the mundane. His notable works include:
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● "Lines
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● "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" (commonly known as "Daffodils")
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● "The Prelude"
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2. Lord Byron (1788–1824):
Byron was a flamboyant and influential figure in the Romantic movement. His
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poetry often reflected a rebellious spirit, challenging societal norms and
exploring themes of heroism, love, and individualism.
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His adventurous life and involvement in European politics further added to his
mystique.His notable works include:
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● "Childe
● "Don Juan"
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● "Manfred"
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3. Mary Shelley (1797–1851):
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Mary Shelley is best known for her groundbreaking work of
Gothic literature, "Frankenstein." The novel explores themes of
creation, scientific hubris, and the consequences of playing
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god.
She is considered one of the pioneers of science fiction.
Her notable works include:
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● "Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus"
● "The
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4. John Keats (1795–1821):
Keats is celebrated for his sensual and vivid poetry, marked by an
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emphasis on beauty and the fleeting nature of life. His works often
explore the themes of love, mortality, and the sublime.
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Despite a short life, his poetry has had a lasting impact on Romantic
literature.
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● "Ode to a Nightingale"
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● "Endymion"
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19th Century Literature: Naturalism, Realism and Social Critique:
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Realism and Naturalism are two closely related
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literary movements that emerged in the 19th
century, each offering distinct perspectives on the
representation of reality in literature.
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REALISM
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1. Characteristics:
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Realism emerged as a response to the idealized and romanticized
portrayals of life in literature. It sought to depict everyday life and
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ordinary people in a truthful and unembellished manner.
Realist works often focused on the middle and lower classes, exploring
their struggles, aspirations, and the impact of social and economic
factors
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present a faithful
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REALISM
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2. Themes:
● Social Realism: Realist literature often addressed
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social issues and the conditions of the working class.
Writers sought to provide a voice to those who had
been marginalized or ignored in previous literary
traditions.
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domestic settings, and the complexities of human
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relationships were common subjects.
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REALISM
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3. Notable Realist Authors:
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● Honore de Balzac (1799–1850): Balzac's "La Comédie
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Humaine" is a sweeping series of novels that provides a
detailed panorama of French society, portraying a diverse
range of characters.
● Gustave Flaubert (1821–1880): Flaubert's "Madame
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expectations.
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REALISM
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4. Examples of Realist Works:
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"Madame Bovary" by Gustave Flaubert
"Middlemarch" by George Eliot
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"The Brothers Karamazov" by Fyodor Dostoevsky
"Le Père Goriot" by Honoré de Balzac
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NATURALISM
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1 Characteristics:
Naturalism is an extension of Realism but takes a
more deterministic and scientific approach to
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human behavior. It emphasizes the influence of
heredity, environment, and social conditions on
individual characters.
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NATURALISM
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2. Themes:
● Determinism: Naturalist literature often portrayed
characters as products of their biology, environment,
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and social factors. Human behavior was seen as
governed by forces beyond individual control.
● Pessimism: Naturalist works tended to be more
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NATURALISM
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3. Notable Naturalist Authors:
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● Émile Zola (1840–1902): Zola is considered a key figure in the
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Naturalist movement. His "Rougon-Macquart" series of novels
explores the impact of heredity and environment on a fictional
family.
● Stephen Crane (1871–1900): Crane's "Maggie: A Girl of the
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Streets" is a naturalist novella that depicts the harshness of
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urban life and its impact on the protagonist.
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NATURALISM
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"Germinal" by Émile Zola
● "Sister Carrie" by Theodore Dreiser
● "An American Tragedy" by Theodore Dreiser
●
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Social Critique and Reform:
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19th-century literature frequently engaged with social issues and critiqued the inequalities and injustices
of the time. Many writers exposed and critiqued the injustices prevalent in society, including the
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exploitation of the working class, unequal distribution of wealth, and harsh living conditions.
Charles Dickens, in works like "Oliver Twist" and "Hard Times," vividly depicted the harsh realities faced
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by the poor and critiqued the social institutions perpetuating inequality and called for social reforms
Some Writers also questioned established social norms and conventions, particularly those related to
gender roles, class distinctions, and morality.
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CONCLUSION
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Romantic and 19th-century literature collectively reflect the intellectual, social, and cultural shifts of
their respective times. From the emotional intensity of Romantic poetry to the stark realism of the
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19th century, literature served as a mirror reflecting the aspirations, anxieties, and complexities of
the human experience. The enduring legacy of these literary movements continues to shape our
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understanding of the past and the evolution of literature.
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