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What is H istorical R ealism? - PowerPoint Presentation

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What is H istorical R ealism? - PPT Presentation

consists of stories set in the past usually realistic is combined with other types of realism historical fantasy historical tall tales historical mystery stories recreates the feeling of a time past ID: 656761

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What is Historical Realism?

consists of stories set in the past, usually realistic. is combined with other types of realism. historical fantasy historical tall tales historical mystery stories recreates the feeling of a time past. reconstructs characters, events, movements, ways of life, and the spirit of a past day. attempts to reassess and understand the past.

Week10_May 5, 2015

1542897 Yuri Ahn

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Features of Historical RealismWeek10_May 5, 20151542897 Yuri Ahn

2[Unobtrusive History] Historical Realism depends on believable and reasonably accurate setting and often includes actual historical people. BUT it is NOT history! When a writer provides background for readers including political and social history, customs, psychological attitudes, and the state of science and technology, he or she should make those information "not obvious (unobtrusive)".Slide3

Features of Historical RealismWeek10_May 5, 20151542897 Yuri Ahn

3[Authenticity] Historical Realism must provide the authentic atmosphere that evokes the period. Otherwise, it will be considered as a contemporary times. In order to make Historical Realism faithful and believable, a writer needs to consider the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of the historical period.(Example: Medieval items, the sound of the bells, languages people speak)Slide4

Features of Historical RealismWeek10_May 5, 20151542897 Yuri Ahn

4[Sensitivity] A writer of historical realism needs to view history with a new sensitivity to provide a balanced and intelligent viewpoint about the historical period. A writer should recognize the nature of the historical period.(Example: White supremacy is no longer the accepted norm.)