Romanticism & Science Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
How did Napoleon become a Romantic hero?
A
He rose from humble origins in Corsica and was guided by emotion and intuition—values of Romanticism.
2
Q
Who inspired Romanticism’s ideals?
A
Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
3
Q
What does Novalis’s quote “The path of mystery leads inwards” reflect?
A
The Romantic belief in inner intuition over reason.
4
Q
Who was Lord Byron and what was said about him?
A
A Romantic poet, described as “mad, bad, and dangerous to know.”
5
Q
What theme does Frankenstein reflect?
A
Fear that unchecked scientific progress may lead to disaster.
