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What Is A ‘Byronic’ Hero? The Dark Princes Of Fiction, Explained

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jun 13, 2021 | literature

A ‘Byronic’ Hero is moody, rebellious and haunted by his past. His hair is typically jet-black, while his eyes brood over his surroundings. Named after Lord Byron, the Byronic Hero is a staple in Romanticism, as well as literature in general. In this post,...

What Is Romanticism? Defining A Crucial Art Movement

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Feb 1, 2021 | History

Romanticism refers to a distinct art movement from the late 18th century onwards. In this post, you will read about the key traits of Romanticism (in particular, literature) and the motivations behind the many writers, composers and painters. How To Define Romanticism...