Question

30 POINTS

In a short paragraph, explain in your own words how literature written at the time reflected the social ideals and negative aspects of society in the Gilded Age. Make sure to include examples of specific authors and their work(s). The paragraph should be at least five to six sentences long.

Answer 1

Literature in the gilded age was vast. The time period was shaped by the works of authors such as William Dean Howells and Henry James in their books many found a sense of peace whilst reading their works. Some of James' more popular works include acclaimed books still being read by millions today such as "The American" and "The Turn of the Screw". Movies have been made based around the many book of the gilded age including the highly regarded 2012 film "What Maisie Knew". The literary works of the gilded age will stick with us for an eternity.