Lost Generation

The Lost Generation refers to a group of American writers and artists who came of age during or shortly after World War I. They felt disillusioned with traditional values, often questioning the meaning of life and the future after experiencing the chaos and destruction of the war. Many of these individuals moved to Europe, especially Paris, seeking new cultural and artistic freedom. Their work often explores themes of disillusionment, loss, and the search for identity. Notable figures include Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald. The term highlights their sense of being detached from their previous world and societal norms.