Romantic Movement

The video explores the American Romantic movement, which emerged during a time of exploration and turmoil in the U.S. It highlights the movement's emphasis on individualism, emotion, and rebellion against authority, contrasting with European influences. Key figures like Longfellow and Poe drew inspiration from English Romantics. The analysis of Longfellow's 'A Psalm of Life' illustrates the era's themes of action and emotion. The movement's legacy helped shape America's unique cultural identity.

Discuss the influence of European Romantic poets on American Romantic poets.

What themes are present in Longfellow's poem 'A Psalm of Life'?