NOVELS IN 18-19TH CEN..docx

Precursors of the Novel

Literary forms like the romance and the picaresque tale that laid groundwork for the modern novel.

Romance

A literary genre emphasizing adventure, imagination, and idealism, influencing early novelists.

Picaresque Tale

A literary genre focused on realistic depictions of everyday life, contributing to the novel's focus on ordinary people's experiences.

Epistolary Novel

A type of novel consisting of a series of letters, allowing for greater intimacy and immediacy in storytelling.

Gothic Novel

A genre emphasizing emotion, imagination, and the supernatural, reflecting cultural anxieties of the late 18th century.

Realism

A literary movement in the 19th century emphasizing accurate depictions of everyday life and social realities.

Sensation Novel

A genre blending mystery, crime, and psychological intrigue, appealing to Victorian audiences.

Modernism

A literary movement emerging in the late 19th century that rejected traditional narrative forms and explored new ways of expressing the human experience.

Social Novel

A genre addressing social and economic issues, raising awareness about poverty, inequality, and social justice.

Key Authors of the Novel

Prominent novelists from 18th and 19th centuries include Daniel Defoe, Jane Austen, the Brontë sisters, and Charles Dickens.

William J. Long

Author of 'History of English Literature,' chronicling the emergence and evolution of the English novel.

Crowd of Middle Class

The rise of the bourgeoisie in the 18th century that fostered a growing demand for novels reflecting their values and experiences.

Major 19th Century Novels

Significant works include 'Oliver Twist' and 'David Copperfield' by Dickens, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Brontë, and 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen.

Stream-of-Consciousness

A narrative technique where the flow of thoughts and feelings are presented in a continuous manner, often used in modernist literature.

Cultural Reflection of Novels

Novels mirror the societal, moral, and intellectual currents of their time, reflecting the experiences of their eras.

Victorian Era Novels

Victorian novels were linked to social, economic, and political changes, critiquing injustices and advocating for social reform.