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a literary and artistic movement that was prevalent in the late 18th century, which emphasized the significance of imagination, subjective feelings, and a return to nature
What is "romanticism"?
Romanticism was an artistic and literary movement that began in the late 18th century. It emphasized emotion, imagination, and the beauty of nature, often focusing on personal feelings and intense experiences. In literature, writers like William Wordsworth and Edgar Allan Poe explored deep emotions and the power of nature, creating works that emphasized uniqueness and the wonders of life. In art, painters like Francisco Goya and J.M.W. Turner used vivid colors and lively arrangements to express intense feelings and dramatic scenes. Romanticism aimed to move away from the strict rules and formal styles of earlier periods, focusing on personal interpretations and the emotional impact of art and literature.
a tendency toward idealized, emotional, or impractical views of love, life, or human nature
a sense of adventure, mystery, or heroic excitement
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