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The Role of Symbolism in Modernist Literature

Prof. Dr. Parin Somani

Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology  ·  Area of research: Skill Development

Abstract

This investigation will focus primarily on the ways in which a wide range of well-known modernist authors from the United Kingdom and the United States were inspired by symbolism in their writing. When I compare and contrast the features that are distinctive of each of these two literary movements, I want to be able to draw some conclusions on the relative relevance of symbolism and modernism in literature. I anticipate to be able to do so by comparing and contrasting the characteristics that are characteristic of each of these two literary trends. Symbolism was initially formed as a separate method of creative expression separate from naturalism and realism. Its origins may be traced back to the 18th century. This was accomplished by demonstrating a separate universe. In modernist writing, the structural arrangement of word and picture began to be accorded a higher level of prominence as a direct outcome of this endeavour. By undertaking an examination of the modernist literature's symbols, motifs, and hidden meanings, the purpose of this study is to make a contribution towards a more complete awareness and comprehension of this significant literary and creative movement. An analytical framework will be utilised in order to attain this goal successfully. The findings of this study will provide light on the wider topic of literary symbolism and its relevance in modernist writing, in addition to contributing to the continuing scholarly conversation on these writers.

Keywords

Symbolism, Naturalism, Modernist

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