ROMANTICISM IN AMERICAN LITERATURE
Keywords:
Keywords: Romanticism, American literature, nature, individualism, imagination, transcendence, 19th century, literary movement, national identity, cultural independence.Abstract
Annotation: The Romantic period in American literature represents a significant
departure from the Enlightenment ideals of reason and logic, embracing emotion,
imagination, and the individual spirit. Emerging in the early 19th century, American
Romanticism reflected the nation's evolving identity, exploring themes of nature,
individualism, and transcendence. This era produced some of the most celebrated
literary works, characterized by their emphasis on the sublime beauty of the natural
world, the exploration of human emotions, and a quest for deeper philosophical
meaning. By examining key authors, works, and thematic elements, this study delves
into the core of Romanticism’s influence on American literature.
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