What are the key themes in 20th-century literature?

What are the key themes in 20th-century literature?

Key themes include existentialism, modernism, identity, war, and social change. Would you like to explore any specific theme?

Can you explain existentialism in literature?

Existentialism focuses on individual existence, freedom, and choice, often highlighting the absurdity of life. Authors like Sartre and Camus exemplify this.

What about modernism?

Modernism breaks traditional forms and explores new narrative techniques, reflecting the disillusionment of the era, especially post-World War I.

How did war influence literature in the 20th century?

War profoundly impacted literature, leading to themes of trauma, loss, and questioning of values, as seen in works by Hemingway and Remarque.

Can you give examples of authors who wrote about social change?

Certainly! Authors like Toni Morrison and George Orwell tackled themes of race, class, and political change, reflecting societal shifts.