Exploring the development of American literary nationalism post-1812, this overview highlights key figures like Irving, Bryant, and Cooper, and movements such as Dark Romanticism and Transcendentalism. It delves into the contributions of ethnic writers, the rise of realism, the Jazz Age's Lost Generation, and post-WWII literary themes.
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Significance of Irving's 'A History of New York'
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Bryant's poetic influence
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Impact of Cooper's 'Leatherstocking Tales'
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Neal criticized writers like ______ and ______ for following British literary models.
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Neal advocated for 'another Declaration of Independence' in the ______ of Letters to encourage American writers' originality.
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His '______ writing' was a departure from the polished style of contemporaries like ______.
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As an advocate for American literary independence, Neal was seen as a ______ in developing a new ______ style.
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Dark Romanticism key authors
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Poe's contribution to detective fiction
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Transcendentalist leaders and principles
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The book ______ by Harriet Beecher Stowe, published in ______, played a pivotal role in the anti-slavery movement.
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Uncle Tom's Cabin 1852
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______'s autobiography, released in ______, was a significant addition to the genre of slave narratives.
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Frederick Douglass 1845
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The newspaper titled ______, edited by ______, was a key publication advocating for the abolition of slavery.
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The Liberator William Lloyd Garrison
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Key characteristics of Twain's 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'
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Authentic characters, extensive use of dialect, exemplifies realism.
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Significance of Bellamy's 'Looking Backward'
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Addresses social/political issues via utopian narrative, critiques industrial society.
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Wharton's novel, 'The ______ of Innocence,' critically scrutinized the customs of the ______-class society, while Sinclair's 'The ______' exposed the harsh realities faced by industrial workers.
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The era also embraced contributions from ______-American and ______ writers, enhancing the diversity of American literature with their unique cultural stories.
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Significance of 'The Great Gatsby'
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Hemingway's writing style influence
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Faulkner's narrative technique
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During the , literature with sharp social critiques emerged, exemplified by Steinbeck's ' ______ ______'.
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Post-______ ______ II literature varied widely, including Mailer's '______ ______ ' and beatnik works like Kerouac's ' ______ ______'.
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The beatnik movement praised ______ through texts such as Ginsberg's '______'.
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Saul Bellow, a - writer, contributed narratives that delved into their experiences in America.
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