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Syeda Tabinda Sadaf
Course: History of English Literature II
Course Code: ENG 315
Difference between Romantic Writing and Victorian
Writing
Romantic Writing
Themes
Romantic Poetry predominantly used the theme of nature. In
addition, themes of pastoral life, medievalism, Hellenism,
supernaturalism can also be observed.
Victorian Poetry used medieval myths and legends as well as
realistic issues such as the struggle between science and
religion.
Nature
Romantic Poetry revered and admired nature.
Victorian Poetry treated nature in more realistic and less
idealized view.
Emotion vs Intellect
Romantic Poetry gave prominence to emotion, imagination and
spontaneity.
Victorian Poetry gave more importance to intellect and realism.