History

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Romanticism began in the 1770's in England and Germany, but finaly spread all through Europe by 1820 and lasted to about 1890(Britannica Encyclopedia). Romanticism deeply connected into dance, writings, and art. It expressed people's fears, hopes, and aspirations. Nationalism occurred with the love for your country along with pride. Shakespeare and Rousseau were famous writers who expressed the feelings of love in their pieces. Nature was an inspiration to writers that encouraged them to look beyond the horizons that life can take you to. People were highly into their religion along with individualism. One wanted to reach self- definition and find out who they are.The old victorian style was a popular look amongst fashion. The era had a fascination with youth and innocence, questioning authority for idealistic purposes, and adaptation to change. This led to popular style of writing called the lyrical ballads.

Neoromanticism music came back in the epic " Star Wars" movies using 19th century orchestral music, which brought the largest come back for romantic music into modern day according to Paul Brians. The theory of nationalism is still present since many citizens are proud of their country and heritage. Victorian clothing can be found in boutiques making a reappearance in today's society especially on the runway. Many rappers in America use romanticism aspects in their songs mainly about self recognition. Key points of nature and its beauty is still a high inspiration in people's art work along with writings. Also, of course the feelings of love exist everywhere, which is one of the highest points for the Romanticism era. Still today the youth are looked to upon and the nectar for the future and only they can make a difference in this world in the upcoming time.