Literature of the 20th century

The literature of the 20th century reflects profound changes in society, exploring themes like war, identity, technology, and fragmentation. It includes diverse styles such as modernism and postmodernism, challenging traditional narrative forms and experimenting with language. Writers like James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and William Faulkner pushed boundaries to explore inner consciousness, while others like Orwell and Kafka addressed societal fears and absurdity. This era’s literature is marked by innovation, questioning reality and authority, and offering new ways to understand human experience amid rapid technological and social upheaval.