Poets
This English poet is best known for his work "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud"
Who is William Wordsworth?
The poem, written about of the mountain with the same name, reflects on the awe-inspiring power of nature and the human mind
What is "Mont Blanc"?
This revolution, distinct from its French counterpart, inspired Romantic ideals of individual freedom and the establishment of a new nation built on democratic principles.
What is "The American Revolution"?
This unstoppable force shapes landscapes, sustains life, and inspires poets and philosophers, yet remains indifferent to human existence.
What is "Nature"?
This English poet, famous for his works such as "Mont Blanc", was also married to the creator of Frankenstein. Talk about a "Shocking" amount of talent!
Who is Percy Shelley?
This poem talks about a field full of golden daffodils, with a touch of loneliness and solitude as well.
What is "I wondered lonely as a cloud"?
This period of rapid industrialization in the 18th and 19th centuries, sparked Romantic reactions emphasizing a return to nature, individualism, and emotional expression.
What is, "The Industrial Revolution"
This Romantic theme, this belief emphasized individual rebellion from things like societal norms or political institutions.
What is "Questioning Authority?"
This visionary poet and author, once asked, "Did he who made the lamb make thee?"
Who is William Blake?
This poem, featuring a fearsome creature with burning eyes, questions the nature of creation and the creator.
What is "The Tyger"?
The upheaval caused by this series of conflicts, which spanned from 1803 to 1815, deeply influenced the rise of nationalism and the development of Romantic art, literature, and music across Europe.
This romantic concept, describes the awe-inspiring mixture of beauty and terror often experienced in nature
What is, "The Sublime"?
This poet’s "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner" features a sailor, who learns the hard way not to mess with birds.
Who is Samuel Taylor Coolridge?
This poem tells the story of a sailor, who severs his connection with God after shooting an albatross, reflecting romanticism's focus on the power of nature, supernatural, and a connection with God.
What is "Rime of the Ancient Mariner"?
This European revolution, with its dramatic upheaval and call for liberty, equality, and fraternity, inspired many works that celebrated the struggle for freedom and the power of the common people.
What is "The French Revolution"?
A core value of the Romantic movement, this philosophy idolized personal freedoms, self expression, and unique experiences
What is "Individualism"