Kunstlerroman

A Kunstlerroman is a type of coming-of-age story that focuses on a young person's development as an artist or writer. It explores their journey of discovering their creative identity, overcoming challenges, and understanding their role in the artistic world. Similar to a Bildungsroman, which follows personal growth, a Kunstlerroman emphasizes the evolving relationship between the individual and their artistic passions. Famous examples include James Joyce’s *A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man* and Henry James’s *The Portrait of a Lady*. It highlights the struggle for authenticity and the pursuit of artistic fulfillment.