Realist Literature Movement

The Realist Literature Movement emerged in the mid-19th century as a reaction to Romanticism. It focused on depicting everyday life and society with accuracy and detail, emphasizing ordinary characters and realistic situations. Realist authors sought to portray the struggles of common people, addressing social issues and moral dilemmas. They avoided idealism and emphasized objective storytelling. Notable writers include Gustave Flaubert, Leo Tolstoy, and Henry James. The movement aimed to show life as it truly is, reflecting the complexities and challenges of human existence without embellishment or exaggeration.