Romanticism in National Context

This book provides a comprehensive examination of Romanticism across various European nations, highlighting its cultural, social, and political contexts. Romanticism in National Context offers deep insights into this influential movement.

This volume, Romanticism in National Context, seeks to broaden the understanding of Romanticism by examining its literary and artistic currents within a wider framework. Thirteen distinguished contributors delve into the unique configurations of the Romantic movement across various national contexts, exploring how these variations have shaped the overall trajectory of Romanticism. By focusing on individual nations, the authors highlight not only the similarities but also the distinct influences that have emerged in England, France, Germany, and ten other European countries.

The book emphasizes the interplay between Romantic culture and the significant social, political, and economic changes of the time. It avoids narrow definitions of Romanticism, instead showcasing the movement's influence on science, philosophy, and political thought alongside its more traditional associations with art and literature. This comprehensive approach allows readers to appreciate the complexity and richness of the Romantic movement as it unfolded across Europe.

Romanticism in National Context is part of an ongoing series that includes works such as The Enlightenment in National Context (1981). Future volumes, including Fin-de-Siècle and its Legacy and the Renaissance in National Context, aim to further explore comparative, national, and interdisciplinary perspectives on the evolution of significant movements in human thought and action.