Romanticism: Byron's Harold & The Captain's Daughter

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Questions and Answers

Who is considered the founder of the literary movement?

  • George G. Byron (correct)
  • Alexander Pushkin
  • Victor Hugo
  • Walter Scott

Which philosophical concept is most associated with the literature's character?

  • Hegelianism (correct)
  • Existentialism
  • Nihilism
  • Stoicism

Which of the following best describes a key feature of literature?

  • Strong subjectivism (correct)
  • Objective reporting
  • Political neutrality
  • Scientific accuracy

What is a theme often explored during the era?

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What is often conveyed through romantic symbolism?

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Which aspect of literature was promoted during democratization?

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Which genre often blended in lyrical poetry during the period?

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Which work is attributed to Victor Hugo?

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The character Quasimodo appears in which novel?

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Which author was exiled during the reign of Napoleon?

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Alexander Pushkin is known as the founder of which literature?

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Where was Alexander Pushkin exiled to?

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What is a common characteristic of romantic heroes as portrayed in literature?

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In literature, which element is often used as a symbol of freedom?

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Which aspect of civilization is often criticized in romantic works?

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What is a recurring theme in romantic literature?

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What is a key element in romantic atmosphere?

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What kind of love is often portrayed in the era's stories?

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Individualism is seen as what in Romantic works?

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What frequently symbolizes freedom in works?

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Flashcards

Social conditions

Transition from feudalism to modern society.

Philosophy

Hegelianism is a philosophy; Absolute Idea in 3 phases: thesis, antithesis, synthesis.

Irrationalism

Emphasis on emotion and intuition over reason and reality.

Individualism

Focus on the individual's unique role, challenging societal norms.

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Conflict

Conflict between ideal aspirations and harsh reality, leading to disappointment.

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Romantic hero

A character who often fails and is a criminal.

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Romantic act

Hero seeks to fulfill dreams.

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Syncretic genre

Combination of genres.

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Love theme

Love in different times.

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Historical theme

History and characters.

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Nature

Nature as a symbol of freedom.

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Conflict with society

Conflict with conservative society

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Critique

Critique of civilization

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Victor Hugo

Victor Hugo, a major figure of French Romanticism, known for his novels, dramas, and poetry.

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Alexander Pushkin

Alexander Pushkin was a Russian poet, playwright, and novelist who founded modern Russian literature.

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Love and Duty

Love versus duty.

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Study Notes

  • Romanticism is found in literary works with:
    • Love in dreamlike times
    • Historical manners and characters, like Pugachev and Katya II
    • Historical figures
    • Contrasting characters
    • Nature as a solution to conflicts
    • First emotions and Slavicness
    • Melancholic female characters

George Gordon Byron - The Pilgrimage of Childe Harold

  • Byron was an aristocrat and a lord in his time
  • He lived a scandalous life
  • He had a strange relationship with his sister
  • Was a Byronic hero
  • Actively aided revolutionaries and Greeks
  • Died in Greece due to malaria
  • Known for works like:
    • " Giaour"
    • "The Corsair"

Plot of The Pilgrimage of Childe Harold

  • Harold travels around Europe to escape boredom and disappointments in life
  • He reflects on the fallen wars, the futility of battles in Greece, and the ruins of the past
  • The poem reflects a sense of pessimism, melancholy, and longing for freedom

Plot of The Captain's Daughter

  • Peter Grinyov is sent to serve in a military fortress and falls in love with Maria
  • During the Pugachev rebellion, Pugachev gains power and orders Maria to marry an old man
  • Peter defends Maria's honor, proves her innocence, and secures her freedom and marriage
  • The plot revolves around themes of fidelity, honor, and political turmoil in Russia

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