Name :- Dharaiya Sanjay A.
Roll no :- 25
Enrolment no :- 2069108420200009
Semester- M. A. Semester - 3
Paper no :- 09
Topic :- Characteristics of ‘The Modern Age’:
Year :- 2020- 2021
Words:- 1657
Email :- dharaiy9@gmail.com
Submitted to :- S. B. Gardi Department of English. Maharaja krishnakumarsinhji Bhavnagar Uni.
Discuss the General Characteristics of ‘The Modern Age’:
About the Modern literature:
The origins of modernist literature date back to the late 19th century and early 20th century. There is a very unique and different character about modernity in the modern age. In both poetry and prose literature, the age is characterized by a self-conscious break with traditional ways of writing. Transformation in this age and the complete transition of people's lives into social and private things. It is a very radical change in the human mind and thoughts. Modern literature is a compromise of the Victorian era. It is very interesting that this era is a complete change like Old to New, blinded by this kind of thinking. Here I want to discuss the general characteristics of age. So, let us discuss in detail:
Some of the characteristics give as:
1) Anxiety and Interrogation
2) Art for Life’s Sake
3) Growing Interest in Poor and the Working Classes
4) Impact of Socio-Economic Condition on Literature
5) Psychology and Literature
6) The Impact of the Two World Wars
7) International Character of Literature
8) The Influence of Radio,Cinema,and Television
9) Conclusion
[1] Interrogation and Anxiety:
The 20th century is known as the age of inquiry and anxiety. The scientific revolution of this century shook man's faith in religion and the authority of the church. The social, moral, political and economic landscape was changing rapidly. People weren’t willing to accept anything without being tested on a causal touchstone. Modern industrial and technological advances gave birth to a spirit of competition. This led to frustration, anxiety and sophistication. The literature of this period reflects all these tendencies.
The modern age is also famous as anxiety and inquiry. Various changes took place in this era; Scientific revolution and rational thought etc. Religion and church became rights during this time. All these have been established during this time. During this era, Pati claims the freedom and action of the people. This Edge Man and Woman gives their thoughts on extraordinary enthusiasm, experimentation and improvement. At this time the modern industrial gives birth to the competition of industrial and technological spirit. Here we can say that this age is very useful for the modernization of the world, these were the main tendencies of concern and introduction in the literature of the modern age.
[2] Art's for Life's Sake:
In the modern age, the principle of art was rejected for the purpose of art. The principle of art for the sake of life was established. Shaw in the field, H.G. The contributions of Wells and Kipling are memorable. Writers of the modern age, they rejected "art for the sake of art". Art is a form of self-expression. Many people use it to express their feelings and emotions towards aggression and happiness or abnormality - all the emotions that are in the soul of every person, the author has focused his attention on all the problems of the modern age. Modern literature is totally dependent on reality and the things inherent in it. The modern age has been furthered by scientific exploration. The problem was exacerbated in the real literature of the modern age. H. G. Wells and Rudyard Kipling with the building and flow of his empire.
[3] Growing interest in the poor and the working classes:
The beginning of the 20th century marks the end of middle class supremacy. The poor were no more helpless creatures. They challenged the social end conscience. They became the raw material of real novel and drama. Thus this era shows the growing interest of the people in the poor and the working class. During the year 1900, we can mark the beginning of the middle class supremacy. Is the standard of writing and writing of middle class people. The society aroused the desire of the poor working class to take collective action to improve the living conditions. Middle Victorian writers, Dickens, Thackeray, Kingsley, Reed, Mrs. Gaskell, etc... are all writing on critical thinking on the poor working class. Working class members depend entirely on their income from labor, thus, according to more broad definitions, early 20th-century writers "questioned every aspect of life in every way." This is a genesis' introverted habit of the mind.
[4] Impact of socio-economic conditions on literature:
In modern times literature has been greatly influenced by economic and more social changes. In modern times martial and canines, they are raising their voices against poverty. The way they change the way economics thinks. Finally, the literature review focuses on two systematic and basic macro-level features: the extent of uniformity between schools, and the degree of centralization of education standards and norms in society. Economic and social changes influenced 20th century literature. Rapid industrial development changed the social and economic landscape. The landing aristocracy and farm laborers were in great trouble. Young villagers began migrating to industrial cities. There was a complete breakdown of the rural lifestyle. Urbanization changed the way of social relations. Money became a major factor in all-human relations. Economists speak out against poverty. Changing ways of social behavior influenced literature. Marxism and socialism came into existence and they influenced the writers of that period. Literature is very useful during the time it is for all people. In this age it has become like urban. The modern age We all know that Marxism has a very influential influence on literature and the writer.
5) Psychology and literature :
There is a new psychology in the modern age and all this research has influenced the literature. It is an intellectual belief that is supposed to be rational in emotional aspects. The growing interest in psychology is influenced by literature. At this point sexual behavior has completely changed. Literature and psychology are the two branches of science that study the human soul. Psychology conducts research on human behavior and its causes while literature depicts human behavior through literature. Rational perspectives on sexual relations are also involved in this time. The ‘flow of consciousness’ is provided by psychology and the theory of sexuality. The Virginia Woolf, for example, is also influenced by psychoanalysis and sexuality yoga.
6) The impact of the two world wars:
At that time there was the influence of world war in all ages. During this time the post-war period is known as the 'Depression'. The article evaluates World War II, which has been responsible for Europe's development since 1945. It seeks to affect wars that can clearly have a direct impact on the effects of wars that can already be seen as a result of changes affecting war-fighting. Europe, and post-war developments, such as the Cold War and the European Union. This time we realize that unemployment is the basis of time. The modern times we know as the two wars are mostly famous and mentioned by the authors. In detail we can see that the special effect of the Second World War on man and human life. It makes a difference in the lives of all people. In The Heroes of the Age the author writes about World War II in his literary work. Big Book writes about anti-war books and after two wars. We can read about the futility and sanctity of World War I in the ‘Undertones of War.' Then we can say that these features are very useful and ideal for the readers. We can note the impact of the two world wars on modern day literature. After the frustrations of the First World War, want and unemployment have increased. The League of Nations was established to establish world peace. Despite this effort, World War II began. England also suffered a big loss. He then wrote a large number of anti-war books. These books exposed the futility and hollowness of war.
7)international character of literature:
Literature in the Victorian era was associated with the state of England. It is influenced by the spirit of nonviolent humanism. There is an international character in the literature of the early 20th century. They are presented as derivatives of ordinary characters living in the periphery of the anthropomorphic or ordinary world. His Raisin D'Tray always remains to act as the main characters or villains. Humanitarian was frustrated Ness was displaced by partisan propaganda. Hudson also gives an idea of this issue in English literature.
8)the influence of radio,cinema and television :
We all know that in our routine life we can all use different resources like internet, mobile and television etc. Technology has the power to influence not only education, but also culture, religion and individual ideas and beliefs. When the world's population continues to grow, our global world seems to be shrinking because we have been able to connect with people in a way we never imagined. Development is very influential in cinema, radio, literature. If we think about radio it brings literature to our home. It aims to provide a variety of broadcast narratives, plays and literary discussions. “Radio broadcasting is one of the greatest educational tools ever put at the disposal of a civilized man. It is an instant, universal medium of communication. The oldest mediums available to teachers are known as ‘visual education’ or ‘visual instruction’ because they do not yet link sound progress. The same cinema is useful for our better film comprehension techniques is the number of experiments. Here we see that the use and need of radio television is how to help in our work. Radio and cinema greatly influenced literature in the modern era. The radio was bringing literature home. It opened a whole new field for writers. Cinema also played an important role. The invention of the engine and telegraph, fast and cheap intercommunication resulted in an intellectual revolution. Printing was multiplied and cheaper.
Conclusion
The literature of the new age is the reconstruction of the literature OS challenges and new values. It is an exciting age for writers. Age is marked for a specific break with age.
About the Modern literature:
The origins of modernist literature date back to the late 19th century and early 20th century. There is a very unique and different character about modernity in the modern age. In both poetry and prose literature, the age is characterized by a self-conscious break with traditional ways of writing. Transformation in this age and the complete transition of people's lives into social and private things. It is a very radical change in the human mind and thoughts. Modern literature is a compromise of the Victorian era. It is very interesting that this era is a complete change like Old to New, blinded by this kind of thinking. Here I want to discuss the general characteristics of age. So, let us discuss in detail:
Some of the characteristics give as:
1) Anxiety and Interrogation
2) Art for Life’s Sake
3) Growing Interest in Poor and the Working Classes
4) Impact of Socio-Economic Condition on Literature
5) Psychology and Literature
6) The Impact of the Two World Wars
7) International Character of Literature
8) The Influence of Radio,Cinema,and Television
9) Conclusion
[1] Interrogation and Anxiety:
The 20th century is known as the age of inquiry and anxiety. The scientific revolution of this century shook man's faith in religion and the authority of the church. The social, moral, political and economic landscape was changing rapidly. People weren’t willing to accept anything without being tested on a causal touchstone. Modern industrial and technological advances gave birth to a spirit of competition. This led to frustration, anxiety and sophistication. The literature of this period reflects all these tendencies.
The modern age is also famous as anxiety and inquiry. Various changes took place in this era; Scientific revolution and rational thought etc. Religion and church became rights during this time. All these have been established during this time. During this era, Pati claims the freedom and action of the people. This Edge Man and Woman gives their thoughts on extraordinary enthusiasm, experimentation and improvement. At this time the modern industrial gives birth to the competition of industrial and technological spirit. Here we can say that this age is very useful for the modernization of the world, these were the main tendencies of concern and introduction in the literature of the modern age.
[2] Art's for Life's Sake:
In the modern age, the principle of art was rejected for the purpose of art. The principle of art for the sake of life was established. Shaw in the field, H.G. The contributions of Wells and Kipling are memorable. Writers of the modern age, they rejected "art for the sake of art". Art is a form of self-expression. Many people use it to express their feelings and emotions towards aggression and happiness or abnormality - all the emotions that are in the soul of every person, the author has focused his attention on all the problems of the modern age. Modern literature is totally dependent on reality and the things inherent in it. The modern age has been furthered by scientific exploration. The problem was exacerbated in the real literature of the modern age. H. G. Wells and Rudyard Kipling with the building and flow of his empire.
[3] Growing interest in the poor and the working classes:
The beginning of the 20th century marks the end of middle class supremacy. The poor were no more helpless creatures. They challenged the social end conscience. They became the raw material of real novel and drama. Thus this era shows the growing interest of the people in the poor and the working class. During the year 1900, we can mark the beginning of the middle class supremacy. Is the standard of writing and writing of middle class people. The society aroused the desire of the poor working class to take collective action to improve the living conditions. Middle Victorian writers, Dickens, Thackeray, Kingsley, Reed, Mrs. Gaskell, etc... are all writing on critical thinking on the poor working class. Working class members depend entirely on their income from labor, thus, according to more broad definitions, early 20th-century writers "questioned every aspect of life in every way." This is a genesis' introverted habit of the mind.
[4] Impact of socio-economic conditions on literature:
In modern times literature has been greatly influenced by economic and more social changes. In modern times martial and canines, they are raising their voices against poverty. The way they change the way economics thinks. Finally, the literature review focuses on two systematic and basic macro-level features: the extent of uniformity between schools, and the degree of centralization of education standards and norms in society. Economic and social changes influenced 20th century literature. Rapid industrial development changed the social and economic landscape. The landing aristocracy and farm laborers were in great trouble. Young villagers began migrating to industrial cities. There was a complete breakdown of the rural lifestyle. Urbanization changed the way of social relations. Money became a major factor in all-human relations. Economists speak out against poverty. Changing ways of social behavior influenced literature. Marxism and socialism came into existence and they influenced the writers of that period. Literature is very useful during the time it is for all people. In this age it has become like urban. The modern age We all know that Marxism has a very influential influence on literature and the writer.
5) Psychology and literature :
There is a new psychology in the modern age and all this research has influenced the literature. It is an intellectual belief that is supposed to be rational in emotional aspects. The growing interest in psychology is influenced by literature. At this point sexual behavior has completely changed. Literature and psychology are the two branches of science that study the human soul. Psychology conducts research on human behavior and its causes while literature depicts human behavior through literature. Rational perspectives on sexual relations are also involved in this time. The ‘flow of consciousness’ is provided by psychology and the theory of sexuality. The Virginia Woolf, for example, is also influenced by psychoanalysis and sexuality yoga.
6) The impact of the two world wars:
At that time there was the influence of world war in all ages. During this time the post-war period is known as the 'Depression'. The article evaluates World War II, which has been responsible for Europe's development since 1945. It seeks to affect wars that can clearly have a direct impact on the effects of wars that can already be seen as a result of changes affecting war-fighting. Europe, and post-war developments, such as the Cold War and the European Union. This time we realize that unemployment is the basis of time. The modern times we know as the two wars are mostly famous and mentioned by the authors. In detail we can see that the special effect of the Second World War on man and human life. It makes a difference in the lives of all people. In The Heroes of the Age the author writes about World War II in his literary work. Big Book writes about anti-war books and after two wars. We can read about the futility and sanctity of World War I in the ‘Undertones of War.' Then we can say that these features are very useful and ideal for the readers. We can note the impact of the two world wars on modern day literature. After the frustrations of the First World War, want and unemployment have increased. The League of Nations was established to establish world peace. Despite this effort, World War II began. England also suffered a big loss. He then wrote a large number of anti-war books. These books exposed the futility and hollowness of war.
7)international character of literature:
Literature in the Victorian era was associated with the state of England. It is influenced by the spirit of nonviolent humanism. There is an international character in the literature of the early 20th century. They are presented as derivatives of ordinary characters living in the periphery of the anthropomorphic or ordinary world. His Raisin D'Tray always remains to act as the main characters or villains. Humanitarian was frustrated Ness was displaced by partisan propaganda. Hudson also gives an idea of this issue in English literature.
8)the influence of radio,cinema and television :
We all know that in our routine life we can all use different resources like internet, mobile and television etc. Technology has the power to influence not only education, but also culture, religion and individual ideas and beliefs. When the world's population continues to grow, our global world seems to be shrinking because we have been able to connect with people in a way we never imagined. Development is very influential in cinema, radio, literature. If we think about radio it brings literature to our home. It aims to provide a variety of broadcast narratives, plays and literary discussions. “Radio broadcasting is one of the greatest educational tools ever put at the disposal of a civilized man. It is an instant, universal medium of communication. The oldest mediums available to teachers are known as ‘visual education’ or ‘visual instruction’ because they do not yet link sound progress. The same cinema is useful for our better film comprehension techniques is the number of experiments. Here we see that the use and need of radio television is how to help in our work. Radio and cinema greatly influenced literature in the modern era. The radio was bringing literature home. It opened a whole new field for writers. Cinema also played an important role. The invention of the engine and telegraph, fast and cheap intercommunication resulted in an intellectual revolution. Printing was multiplied and cheaper.
Conclusion
The literature of the new age is the reconstruction of the literature OS challenges and new values. It is an exciting age for writers. Age is marked for a specific break with age.
