5 Questions
When did the Romantic period of literature conventionally end?
1832
When did the Romantic period of literature conventionally begin?
1798
What is the Romantic period sometimes referred to as in some histories of literature?
'Age of Revolutions'
What was the major social transformation that occurred during the Romantic period due to industrialization?
Shift from rural farm laborers to urban industrial laborers
Who is known for developing the laws of a free market in his book Wealth of Nations?
Adam Smith
Study Notes
Romantic Period of Literature
- The Romantic period of literature conventionally began in 1780.
- The Romantic period of literature conventionally ended in 1830.
Alternative Names
- The Romantic period is sometimes referred to as the Age of Revolution in some histories of literature.
Social Transformation
- The major social transformation that occurred during the Romantic period was the shift from an agricultural society to an industrial society due to industrialization.
Economic Influences
- Adam Smith is known for developing the laws of a free market in his book Wealth of Nations.
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