Realism and Modernism: Victorian Era to 1930s
Realism in the Victorian Age
- Realism is a movement that supports the representation of reality in a concrete and accurate depiction of human life. Realism intended to reflect reality as it is.
- This fact is the product and expression of the mood of this time. This movement developed from the mid to late 19th century.
- It broke with the fantasies and the idealism of Romanticism. It was created due to social and political changes taking place in the 19th century.
- Also, during this century, there were some
Spanish Literature: Romanticism, Realism, Modernism, and Post-War Trends
Romanticism: Key Features
Freedom: Romanticism breaks the rules.
Subjectivism: The main objective is the intimate “I”.
Themes:
- Expression of self
- Rebelliousness
- Social and philosophical problems
- Legendary and historical themes
Characters: Marginalized, rebellious, freedom-loving individuals, and passionate players marked by fate.
Nationalism: Deep love for one’s homeland.
Evasion: Favorite time periods are the Middle Ages and the Renaissance; escape to exotic and marvelous countries.
Atmosphere: Mystery and
Read MoreUnderstanding Narrative Texts: Structure, Elements, and Genres
A narrative is a text in which a narrator explains the development of events, which may be real or fictitious, over time.
Characteristics of Narrative Text
The main features of narrative texts are:
- They are usually written in prose.
- There is the presence of a narrator who tells the story.
- Linguistically, they are based on the verb because of the action expressed by the verb.
- They contain descriptions and dialogues.
Narrative Text Structure
The narrative text can present two types of structures:
Linear or
Read MoreEnvironmental Pollution and Technological Solutions
Environmental Pollution: A Global Challenge
Many people argue about the increasing levels of pollution. It is often said that this is a necessary price for progress. However, in my view, this is a complex issue with no easy solutions. Firstly, it is clear that pollution has been increasing over the years. While it is true that progress often comes with environmental costs, we must also consider the long-term consequences. On the one hand, pollution poses a significant threat to our planet, but on
Read MoreLiterary Movements: Modernism and the Generation of ’98
Modernism and the Generation of ’98
Maverick currents arise with the need to renew literature. There is a concern for the aesthetics of the work, channeling rebellion against society into the beauty of their works.
Generation of ’98
Spanish prose writers usually write about human subjects (death, etc.) or are critical of the Spain of their time. They despise the materialism and the situation that leads to capitalism.
Modernism: Late 19th Century – Early 20th Century
Modernism has its origins in Latin
Read MoreCatalan Modernism: Key Figures and Literary Trends
Catalan Modernism: A Movement of Artistic and Social Renewal
Modernism was a cultural, artistic, literary, and social renewal that took place between approximately 1892 and 1911. In France, it was known as Art Nouveau, and in England, as the Modern Style.
The movement was driven by an obsession to distance itself from the past and look towards the future. The 20th century was a constant celebration of newness.
Originally anti-bourgeois, in some cases radically so, it aligned with Catalan nationalist
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