subject: The Evolution and Possibilities of Literary Criticism [print this page] The early 19 th century heralded the British Romantic movement, which triggered new aesthetic ideas to literary study which suggested that literary works need not always be beautiful, perfect or romantic and can take in any subject that could hold the interest of the readers. German Romanticism, which evolved later also focused on other attributes like wit or humour in literary works. The late nineteenth century saw the emergence of many authors who were regarded in high esteem for their criticism rather than for their own literary creations.
The Evolution and Possibilities of Literary Criticism
