Romanticism began when faith was placed in feelings, senses, and imaginations rather than having faith in reason. ... Romanticism put an emphasis on man and nature and combined them as one. ... The nightingale is also a symbol of nature, which characterizes romanticism as well. ... The romantic period helped to do away with these strict guidelines that put limitations on the authors creativity and imagination. This freedom allowed authors like John Keats to express themselves through their poetry like they had never been able to before. ...

• Word Count: 1565
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

They were all great poets from Romanticism. ... Up to this point in the poem, it seems as if the author is trying to convey the message that change is bad and brings about sadness and gloom. ... This hint at nature reinforces how this poem is a part of Romanticism. ... These three authors bring truth to this thought. ... The authors may have passed on, but their works will live on and be appreciated by many generations that follow. ...

• Word Count: 1751
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

This poem was written by John Keats, a prominent poet during the time between 1750 and 1850- the period of "Romanticism". This era of rebellion from authors around the world was a reaction to and rebellion against rationalism and the age of reason, the time which preceded this revolution. The authors of this time felt the need to break away from the formality and intellectuality of the art in this period, and also the malice caused by industrialisation. ...

• Word Count: 1253
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School