14Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
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EXPLORING THE ESSENCE OF ENGLISH ROMANTICISM: A JOURNEY
THROUGH ITS DEVELOPMENT
G'iyosjon Ilyosjon ugli Abduhamidov
Chirchik state pedagogical university Tourism faculty Foreign language and literature: English Email: giyosabduhamidov 1 @gmail .com
Nargiza Farxod kizi Tulyaganova
English teacher, Chirchik state pedagogical university
ABSTRACT
English Romanticism, a pivotal literary and artistic movement of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, emerged in response to the societal shifts catalyzed by events like the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. This article traces the development of English Romanticism, highlighting its origins, key characteristics, notable figures, and enduring impact on literature and culture. Characterized by a celebration of individualism, emotion, and nature, Romanticism rejected the rationalism of the Enlightenment, embracing imagination as a powerful tool for expressing the ineffable. Notable figures such as Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Keats, and Byron shaped the movement with their innovative poetry and prose, exploring themes of beauty, mortality, and the sublime. The legacy of English Romanticism continues to influence contemporary culture, inspiring subsequent generations of artists and thinkers.
Keywords: English Romanticism, literature, art, movement, Enlightenment, nature, imagination, individualism, emotion, poets, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Keats, Byron, legacy, influence.
INTRODUCTION
English Romanticism stands as a significant movement in the realm of literature and art, encapsulating a profound shift in thinking, feeling, and expression during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It emerged as a reaction against the rationalism of the Enlightenment era, embracing emotion, imagination, and nature as central themes. This article delves into the development of English Romanticism, tracing its roots, key characteristics, notable figures, and lasting impact on literature and culture.
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The seeds of English Romanticism were sown amidst the political upheavals of the late 18th century, including the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. These tumultuous events catalyzed a reevaluation of societal norms and values, prompting artists and writers to seek deeper connections with the natural world and the human spirit.
One of the primary influences on English Romanticism was the German Sturm und Drang movement, which emphasized individualism, intense emotion, and a reverence for nature. Writers such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller inspired their English counterparts to explore similar themes in their works.
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English Romanticism is characterized by a celebration of individuality, spontaneity, and emotional intensity. Romantics rejected the constraints of classical forms and sought to express the ineffable through innovative literary techniques. Nature held a sacred significance for Romantic poets, who saw it as a source of beauty, inspiration, and spiritual renewal. Imagination played a central role in Romantic literature, with writers often exploring the realms of fantasy and the supernatural[1]. They sought to transcend the limitations of reason and logic, embracing the mysterious and the sublime.
English Romanticism boasted an array of talented poets, novelists, and artists whose works continue to captivate audiences to this day. Among the most prominent figures are William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Percy Bysshe Shelley, John Keats, and Lord Byron. Wordsworth and Coleridge, with their collaborative work "Lyrical Ballads" (1798), are often credited with launching the Romantic movement in England[2]. Their poetry celebrated the ordinary aspects of life and sought to evoke profound emotional responses from readers.
Shelley and Keats, on the other hand, explored themes of beauty, mortality, and the transience of life in their lyrical and evocative verse. Their works, including Shelley's "Ode to the West Wind" and Keats's "Ode to a Nightingale," exemplify the Romantic emphasis on sensory experience and introspection.
Byron, known for his brooding persona and adventurous spirit, infused his poetry with themes of rebellion, passion, and longing. His epic narrative poem "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage" (1812-1818) captured the imagination of readers across Europe and solidified his status as a Romantic icon[4].
The legacy of English Romanticism extends far beyond the 19th century, influencing subsequent generations of writers, artists, and thinkers. Its emphasis on individual expression and the power of the imagination paved the way for various artistic movements, including Symbolism, Surrealism, and Modernism. Moreover,
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Romantic ideals continue to resonate in contemporary culture, inspiring countless adaptations, reinterpretations, and homages in literature, music, film, and visual art. The Romantic fascination with nature, emotion, and the supernatural continues to shape our understanding of the human experience and our relationship with the world around us.
CONCLUSION
English Romanticism emerged as a revolutionary force in the cultural landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, challenging established norms and championing the power of emotion, imagination, and individuality. Its legacy endures as a testament to the enduring capacity of art to provoke thought, stir the soul, and illuminate the mysteries of existence. Through the works of its visionary poets and artists, English Romanticism continues to inspire and enchant audiences around the world, inviting us to explore the depths of our own humanity and the boundless realms of the imagination.
REFERENCES
1. Abrams, M. H. (1999). The Mirror and the Lamp: Romantic Theory and the Critical Tradition. Oxford University Press.
2. Bloom, H. (Ed.). (2010). Romanticism and Consciousness: Essays in Criticism. W. W. Norton & Company.
3. Curran, Stuart. (1993). "British Romanticism." The Cambridge Companion to British Romanticism. Cambridge University Press.
4. Damrosch, L., Dettmar, K. J. H., & Lurie, A. (Eds.). (2012). The Longman Anthology of British Literature: Volume 2A: The Romantics and Their Contemporaries. Pearson.
5. Ferris, I. (2016). Wordsworth, Coleridge, and 'The Revolutionary Man' in the Romantic Period. Macmillan International Higher Education.
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