Realism

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Literary Realism is a literary movement that emerged in the mid-19th century as a response to Romanticism. It focuses on depicting everyday life and society accurately, without embellishment or fantastical elements. Realist authors, such as Gustave Flaubert and Honoré de Balzac, sought to portray ordinary people and social issues objectively, emphasizing detailed descriptions and complex characters. This movement aimed to reflect reality truthfully, often concentrating on the middle and lower classes. Realism has influenced various subgenres, including Naturalism, Social Realism, and Psychological Realism. Naturalism explores the scientific and environmental factors shaping human behavior, while Social Realism highlights the lives of the working class. Psychological Realism delves into characters' motivations and mental processes. Realism's impact extends beyond literature, fostering empathy and awareness by presenting relatable characters and situations, thus connecting readers to the world around them.