The Evolution of American Poetry: A Study of Movements, Poets, and Themes

  • Unique Paper ID: 175326
  • PageNo: 4225-4228
  • Abstract:
  • American poetry has undergone significant transformations over the centuries, with different literary movements shaping the development of poetic forms, language, and themes. From the early colonial period to the contemporary era, American poets have responded to national identity, social issues, and the complexities of the human experience. This paper explores the major movements in American poetry, highlights key figures, and discusses the thematic evolution of the genre, from Romanticism and Transcendentalism to Modernism and the postmodern era.

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BibTeX

@article{175326,
        author = {Dr S. K. dubey and Harshraj Shukla},
        title = {The Evolution of American Poetry: A Study of Movements, Poets, and Themes},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {11},
        pages = {4225-4228},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=175326},
        abstract = {American poetry has undergone significant transformations over the centuries, with different literary movements shaping the development of poetic forms, language, and themes. From the early colonial period to the contemporary era, American poets have responded to national identity, social issues, and the complexities of the human experience. This paper explores the major movements in American poetry, highlights key figures, and discusses the thematic evolution of the genre, from Romanticism and Transcendentalism to Modernism and the postmodern era.},
        keywords = {Modern Poetry, Life, Love, Death, Movements.},
        month = {April},
        }

Cite This Article

dubey, D. S. K., & Shukla, H. (2025). The Evolution of American Poetry: A Study of Movements, Poets, and Themes. International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology (IJIRT), 11(11), 4225–4228.

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