Realism in American Literature

The course "The Romantic Period (1830 - 1870) in American Literature" immerses you in a transformative and dynamic era where American writers forged a distinct national literary identity, deeply influenced by the broader Romantic movement while simultaneously grappling with uniquely American experiences and ideals. This course will explore how authors moved beyond the Enlightenment's emphasis on reason and embraced emotion, individualism, the power of nature, and the creative potential of the imagination.