The Lost Generation

The transcript discusses the Lost Generation, a group of American writers disillusioned by World War One, who became prominent in the 1920s. Key figures include Gertrude Stein, who coined the term, Ernest Hemingway, known for his Iceberg Theory, F. Scott Fitzgerald, who captured the 1920s culture, E.E. Cummings, noted for his unique style, and T.S. Eliot, a leader in modernist poetry. The writers' works reflect their war experiences and societal critiques. By the 1930s, their themes evolved, but their 1920s contributions remain significant in American literature.

In what ways did Ernest Hemingway's experiences in war shape his writing style?

What is the significance of T.S. Eliot's contributions to modernist poetry?