American Transcendentalism and Individualism
Which of the following describes a key distinction between the concept of individualism in American Transcendentalism and its treatment in earlier literary movements?
A
It portrayed individual achievement as being solely attributed to external factors like fate or destiny.
B
It emphasized self-reliance and intuition over societal conventions and rationalism.
C
It focused on the conflict between individual desires and societal expectations without resolution.
D
Individualism was depicted through characters’ retreat from civilization in search of freedom.
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