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Romanticism Literary Period

Explore the thematic and stylistic characteristics of Romanticism in Washington Irving's "Rip Van Winkle", including imagination, intuition, individuality, idealism, inspiration, and love for nature. Learn about the historical context of the Romantic period and the author's influence on American literature.

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Romanticism Literary Period

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  1. Romanticism Literary Period 1820-1865

  2. OBJECTIVES Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #1 (Literature and Culture) Important Themes in RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Essential Themes and Ideas) Stylistic Characteristics of RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Essential Themes and Ideas) Historical Characteristics of Romanticism Competency Area #3 (Literature and History)

  3. Literature and Culture Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #1 (Literature and Culture) FAMILY LIFE Families were biggerDefined marital roles between husband and wifeHusband as Head of household FAMILY, EDUCATION, AND LITERACYFirst American Dictionary (Webster’s Dictionary) in 1821 Golden Age of Children’s Literature (1840s)First Deaf College in America (now known as Gallaudet University)Common Schools formed (precursor to public schools)

  4. Thematic Characteristics Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) The 6 I’s Imagination Intuition Idealism Individuality Inspiration In love with nature

  5. Thematic Characteristics (Imagination and Intuition) Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Imagination Emphasized imagination over reason Industrialization sparks writer’s imagination Desire to escape Intuition Valued intuition (feelings/instincts) over reason (logic) Highly valued emotions Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  6. Thematic Characteristics (Individuality and Idealism) Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Individuality Desire Independence from Europe Creation of a National Identity Idealism Concept that we can make the world a better place Emphasizes spirit, the mind, or language over matter Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  7. Thematic Characteristics (Inspiration and In love with Nature) Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Inspiration Inspiration from the Past (mainly Europe) Fireside Poets (mixed American ideals with European form) In love with nature Industrial revolution sparked a return to nature Nature as a source of spirituality (Finding God in Nature) Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  8. Some Thematic Characteristics in “Rip Van Winkle” Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Thematic Characteristics All About the Imagination Rip Follows his own Intuition Rip Van Winkle desires an Ideal world Prefers Individuality Irving drew Inspiration from German Tales (Peter Klaus the Goatherd) Rip is In love with nature Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  9. Stylistic Characteristics Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Characters Ordinary Characters (unlike the typical European hero) Ordinary person who does not follow society’s norms Characters rely on their own intuition and feeling Point of view First person point of view or Third person point of view Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  10. Stylistic Characteristics (Continued) Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Plot and Language Usually traditional structure with lofty poetic language May use a lot of imagery, symbolism, humor, and irony Setting Exotic settings of the natural past Characters journey away from harsh conditions to a beautiful place Use setting with Supernatural qualities Example: How do you think Rip Van Winkle exhibits these characteristics?

  11. Some Stylistic Characteristics in “Rip Van Winkle” Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #2 (Themes and Essential Ideas) Stylistic Characteristics Ordinary individual who does not always follow societal norms Rip journeys from harsh conditions (wife) to pleasant conditions (nature) Heightened language complements the characters and imaginary events Story is told in the persona of Deidrich Knickerbocker

  12. Historical Characteristics Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #3 (Literature and History) War of 1812 Establish Independence, National Identity Industrial Revolution (1820)Urbanization, Transportation, Desire to Return to Nature Second Great Awakening (1830)Reaction against RationalismSpread of religious revivalsChurch membership soars

  13. Featured Authors

  14. Featured Author: Washington Irving Introduction to RomanticismCompetency Area #3 (Literature and History) AccomplishmentsFather of American LiteratureWrote first American short storyTimeless ClassicsPersonal LifeTarrytown, Manhattan, Sleepy HollowOveractive ImaginationSent to England to Run Family Business Influenced by British writers Writing StyleInfluenced by German LegendsUse Personas (Deidrich Knickerbocker, George Crayon, etc.)

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