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400 BCE
Birth of Jesus
Many people in this time believed that Jesus was a prophet. -
"Ode to a Nightingale" by John Keats
The nightingale represents both the idea of fleeing the problems of the world and the transcendent beauty of nature. This poem's beauty is linked to post-Impressionist principles of emphasizing the senses right away. -
"To Autumn" by John Keats
"To Autumn" by Keats is a celebration of the abundant season. The harvest season is a fitting symbol of the delight found in nature's cycles, and it finds beauty and satisfaction in the fleeting aspect of life. -
Bel-Ami" by Guy de Maupassant
This book depicts hedonistic, socially ascending, and beautiful moments in Parisian life during the Belle Époque. -
"Hope is the Thing with Feathers" by Emily Dickinson
Those who were looking for hope found it in this poetry. -
"The Joy of Life" by Henri Matisse
A classic of the Fauvist movement, Matisse's The Joy of Life exudes joy with its vivid hues and picturesque depiction of people and the natural world. In the painting, naked people are shown dancing and lounging in a verdant setting, which represents carefree happiness and the simple pleasures of life. -
Claude Monet "Water Lilies"
The roughly 250 paintings in Claude Monet's "Water Lilies" series perfectly convey the splendor of his garden in Giverny, France. These paintings, which were created between 1897 and 1926, highlight a calm pond with water lilies that reflects the shifting seasons and light. By highlighting the interaction between water and foliage, Monet's use of color, light, and brushwork conveys a sense of motion and peace. -
"A Room with a View" by E.M. Forster
Despite being created later, this book embodies Impressionist ideas of romanticism and joy in self-expression, art, and nature. -
Henry Matisse "Dance"
The Fauvist movement, which placed a strong emphasis on vivid colors and brushwork, had an impact on Matisse. In "The Dance," he used simple shapes and flat patches of color to evoke feeling rather than realism. The picture, which reflects the early 20th century preoccupation with primitivism and the investigation of unfiltered, intuitive experiences, embodies human connection via movement. -
"The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost
One way to read Frost's well-known poem is as a call to hold onto optimism when faced with tough decisions. -
Bauhaus Building Dessau Germany
Architect: Walter Gropius - Style: Bauhaus/ Modernism -
Villa Savoye, Poissy France
Architect: Le Corbusier - Style: International Style / Modernism -
"I, Too" Langston Hughes
This short but impactful poem expresses pride, fortitude, and optimism for the future, with a hint of delight in the face of change. -
"Let America be America Again" Langston Hughes
This poem celebrates the promise of joy and justice while addressing disillusionment and difficulty. In the end, it is an optimistic cry for equality and the American dream. -
"The People, Yes" Carl Sandburg
This long poem offers a positive perspective on human perseverance and the ability to find joy even in trying circumstances by highlighting the comedy and strength of common people. -
UN Headquarters New York City
Architects: Wallace Harrison, Le Corbusier, and others - Style: International Style