Page 1: The Essence of Romantic Poetry

The late 18th and early 19th centuries witnessed the birth of Romanticismo, a new poetic style that prioritized emotional expression and individual feelings. Imagination played a crucial role in poetic composition during this period.

Highlight: Romantic poets used imagination to see beyond surface reality and discover truths beyond reason's reach.

The Romantic era introduced a renewed interest in childhood, viewing it as a purer state unspoiled by civilization. This period saw two distinct generations of poets:

1. First Generation: William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who focused on nature's beauty and ordinary things.
2. Second Generation: Byron, Shelley, and Keats, characterized by political disillusionment reflected in their poetry.

Definition: Romanticismo riassunto - A literary movement emphasizing emotion, individualism, and the power of imagination in poetry.

Page 5: Mary Shelley and Frankenstein

Mary Shelley, born in 1797, was a significant figure in Romanticismo storia. Her most famous work, "Frankenstein," published in 1818, blended Gothic elements with Romantic themes.

Key points about "Frankenstein":

• Considered a philosophical romance and Gothic/dark story
• Explores the effects of science on humanity
• Told from multiple perspectives (an English explorer, Dr. Frankenstein, and the monster)
• Uses an epistolary format (exchange of letters)

Highlight: "Frankenstein" represents a Romantic version of the dream of creating artificial life, reflecting the era's fascination with science and its potential consequences.

Example: The monster in "Frankenstein" serves as a symbol of isolation from society, a common theme in Romantic literature.