American Romanticism vs Transcendentalism Flashcard

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What is American Romanticism?

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A literary and artistic movement in the late 18th and early 19th centuries that emphasized emotion, individualism, and the beauty of nature.

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What are the key characteristics of American Romanticism?

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Key characteristics include an emphasis on emotion, nature, individualism, and often Gothic elements.

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What is Transcendentalism?

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A philosophical movement that emerged in the early 19th century, emphasizing the inherent goodness of people and nature, self-reliance, and spiritual connection.

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Who are the Fireside Poets?

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A group of 19th-century American poets, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, James Russell Lowell, and William Cullen Bryant, known for their accessible poetry.

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What is a key belief of Transcendentalism?

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The belief in the inherent goodness of people and nature.

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How do Dark Romantics differ from Transcendentalists?

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Dark Romantics, like Poe and Hawthorne, often focused on the darker aspects of human nature and disagreed with Transcendentalists' optimism.

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What is the view of society in American Romanticism?

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American Romanticism often portrayed society as corrupt and oppressive.

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What is the view of society in Transcendentalism?

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Transcendentalism believed in the potential for individuals to create a better society through self-reliance and spiritual connection.

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Who is considered a key figure in Transcendentalism?

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Ralph Waldo Emerson is considered a key figure in Transcendentalism.

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What is the significance of nature in American Romanticism?

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Nature is often seen as a source of inspiration, beauty, and a reflection of the human spirit.