genres group b

The novel form for this book is “bildungsroman” and originates from the German word meaning “formation novel". This style of writing immerged during the German Enlightenment and later rippled through Europe. In this form of writing, a young main character goes through a process of maturing and development and towards the end of the book is a changed person. The protagonist is the moral, psychological, and intellectual development of the novel.

Some contemporary examples include the Harry Potter movies, The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd, The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay and To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.

Novels became increasingly popular in the 19th century. Novelists such as Charles Dickens thrived in this environment. His works were catered for the public. As a result, they were read across the country. He writes realistic fiction, which started at the beginning of the Victorian Era.

Victorian literature tended to have a moral lesson at the heart of the work. Examples include perseverance and love. Books became more realistic and focused on the social challenges at the time. Children started to read, widening the literature spectrum.

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