W.B. Yeats, the renowned Irish poet and writer, made significant contributions to English-language poetry in the 20th century. His life was marked by his interest in pagan beliefs, meeting Maud Gonne, and involvement in the Irish Literary Revival. Yeats' achievements include a blend of Irish folklor

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The Modern Age in literature emerged in response to the Victorian era, marked by a shift in attitudes towards life and society. Influenced by historical, economic, and ideological factors such as World Wars, capitalism, and the disintegration of empires, Modern Literature explored new themes and sty

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Modernism in literature emerged as a groundbreaking international movement in the early 20th century, challenging traditional norms and exploring new forms of expression. This movement, characterized by experimentation and a rejection of absolute knowledge, extended beyond literature into various fi

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The analysis delves into the prominent themes of mortality, violence, and prophecy in W.B. Yeats' well-known poem "The Second Coming." Yeats' exploration of the idea of a Second Coming as a harbinger of a tumultuous future and his use of powerful symbols like the falcon and gyres showcase his distin

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Terry Eagleton's essay delves into the impact of capitalism on art and literature, exploring the emergence of modern and postmodern literature in the capitalist and late capitalist eras. He discusses how late capitalism influences art with characteristics like mass consumerism and virtual reality. P

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Post-Modernism emerged following WWII, challenging the belief in progress and order. It questions the chaotic nature of the world, discredits social systems, denies art genre boundaries, and emphasizes metafiction and pastiche in literature.

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Art Nouveau, a style prevalent from 1890 to 1914, featured intricate, flowing designs inspired by nature and a reaction to industrialization. Conversely, Art Deco, emerging in the 1920s, embraced modernism with streamlined, geometric motifs symbolizing luxury and technological progress. The transiti

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Explore the world of English literature through an in-depth study of novels and short stories in this course outline for the 2021-2022 academic year at Ondokuz Mayıs University. Delve into the development of the novel in England, from the 18th century to modernism, and analyze key works by renowned

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Explore the prominent figures of Modernism in literature, including T.S. Eliot, W.B. Yeats, James Joyce, and Virginia Woolf. Discover their significant works that shaped the Modernist movement and revolutionized the literary world.

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The Symbolist Movement in literature emerged in France in the 1850s, lasting till 1900, influencing 20th-century arts and bridging Realism to Modernism. Symbolists aimed to convey personal, dream-like states with metaphorical language, challenging positivism and realism. Stylistically, they emphasiz

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Joseph Conrad, born in Poland in 1857, was a British writer known for his critical portrayal of imperialism. His major works like "Heart of Darkness" and "Lord Jim" explore themes of societal collapse, individual crisis, and complexity of experience. Conrad's writing challenges the Victorian narrati

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Post-modernity challenges the foundational ideals of modernism, rejecting the notion of objective truth, beauty, and morality in favor of a more fluid and subjective view. Post-modernism emphasizes the pervasiveness of power dynamics in social structures, critiques grand narratives and ideologies, a

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This lesson delves into the development of modernism and the modern novel through a comparison of The Great Gatsby's Valley of the Ashes with T.S. Eliot's The Wasteland. It discusses the transition from Romanticism to Realism to Modernism in literature, highlighting how Fitzgerald merged poetic Roma

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Exploring the interconnected issues of overpopulation and its impact on global warming. Discusses the consequences of consumerism, modernism, and selfishness, emphasizing the urgency to address population growth and its implications on food security and energy needs. The data presented highlights th

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Delve into the essence of modernity, the resilience of ideals amidst catastrophe, honoring heritage, and the driving forces behind human behavior through thought-provoking questions. Discover the evolution of Modernism and its impact on society while pondering existential queries that spark introspe

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The modern world between the two World Wars brought a shift towards modernism in American literature, exploring themes like the disconnect between new cities and pioneer ideals, the lost generation post-wars, and societal changes. Manifest Destiny, realism, experimentalism, and innovation also influ

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Novels, plays, and poetry saw a resurgence post-Whitman and Dickinson, with writers experimenting with unique styles like interior monologue and stream of consciousness. Characters chased the American dream, expressing admiration for America as a land of opportunity. The Modernism movement reflected

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Post-Modernism emerged in the aftermath of WWII, challenging traditional beliefs in progress and shaping a new perspective on chaos, reality, and fiction in art, philosophy, and social systems. It blurs boundaries between high and low art forms, explores metafiction and pastiche, and emphasizes the

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