Romanticism
Definition
Romanticism was an artistic, literary, musical and intellectual movement that originated in Europe towards the end of the 18th century. It emphasized emotion and individualism as well as glorification of all past and nature.
Analogy
Think of Romanticism as being like Instagram - it's all about expressing individuality, capturing dramatic moments, appreciating beauty in nature and often looking back at "the good old days" with nostalgia.
Related terms
Gothic Literature: A genre that combines fiction, horror and Romantic literature. It’s like mixing chocolate (Romantic literature) with chili (horror) – an unexpected combination that creates something new and exciting.
Sublime: In aesthetics, sublime is the quality of greatness or grandeur that inspires awe or terror. Imagine standing at edge of Grand Canyon - feeling small yet amazed by its vastness.
Nationalism: The belief that each nation should act independently to achieve its own goals. Like if every player in a football team decided to play their own strategy instead just following coach’s plan.
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- What were some key characteristics of Romanticism?
- Who wrote "Frankenstein", a key work of gothic literature which also fits into the broader scope of Romanticism?
- Which event marked the end of romanticism and began a new era called Realism?
- Who is often credited with originating the literary and artistic movement known as Romanticism?
- Which style preceded Romanticism in art and literature during the Enlightenment period?
- What was a major characteristic of the music composed during the era of Romanticism?
- Which rebellion reflected the influence of romanticism on political ideologies?
- Who penned the gothic novel "Frankenstein", embodying themes typical for romanticism?
- What was a direct consequence of Romanticism's emphasis on emotion and individualism in Europe during the 19th century?
- How did the literary works during the period of Romanticism reflect the cultural changes taking place in Europe?
- How did Romanticism influence people's perceptions towards science and industrialization?
- Which Romanticism principle remained consistently influential throughout its movement in Europe?
- Which characteristic of Romanticism consistently influenced the shaping of national identities in Europe?
- What common societal trend can be inferred from the rise of Romanticism and the subsequent emergence of realism?
- How did romanticism influence political movements during this period?
- How did Romanticism differ from Enlightenment in terms of their perspective on human nature?
- How did romanticism influence societal attitudes and values in early to mid-19th century Europe?
- Which of the following social reform movements was least influenced by the principles of Romanticism?
- Which concept became popular among nationalists during Romanticism, leading to mass movements for sovereignty and self-governance?
- Which of the following played a significant role in the shift from Romanticism to Realism in 19th century European literature?
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