1. Tracing the evolution of literature through time
Literary Movements
Tracing the evolution of literature through time

2. What is a Lit Movement?
a collection of authors and their writings that reflect common views and styles which are influenced by the time period and related events

3. How Is a Lit Movement Formed?
Scholars often group works from a certain timeframe together and label it as a period or movement
Sometimes, the authors themselves defined their movement
In some cases a single author can even be claimed by more than one movement.
Lit movements are not mutually exclusive; they often overlap

5. As We Explore Lit Movements…
We will address the same defining factors for each:
Historical Context
Styles
Philosophies

6. What Lit Movements Are We Currently Experiencing?

7. Contemporary 1970s - on
Concerned with relationships and connections between people
Emotion-provoking storytelling is common
Authors include: Tim O’brien, Sherman Alexie, John Grisham, Tom Clancy, Barbara Kingsolver, Maya Angelou and Michael Crichton

8. Pluralism – late 20th century
Realization that literature does not only need to come from dead white guys
The idea of diversity and acceptance drives this movement
Authors address universal themes seen through the eyes of their culture
Authors include: Amy Tan, Alice Walker, Sandra Cisneros

9. Magical Realism – late 20th century
A juxtaposition of the ordinary with magical elements
Fantastic elements are interwoven into realistic fiction
Authors include Toni Morrison, Alice Sebold, Ally Condie, Suzanne Collins,, Neil Gaiman
Yes, if J.K. Rowling were American, Harry Potter would fit into this movement as well

10. Personal Literary Movement
In order to grasp a literary movement, and to get to know you better, I want you to complete the Personal Literary Movement template. Imagine that your life is a literary movement. The events and environment of your time period shape your philosophies. Indicate how those work together on the handout. Due Thursday