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1899, The Awkward Age
The Awkward Age is a novel written in 1899 by Henry James. According to Britannica.com, this novel is about a young society women. Her name is Nanda Brookenham and her attempts in marriage are ruined by her mother and her mothers social circle. This is an example of the modern era because it shows stream of consciousness for Nada. -
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1920, RAPISARDI, Alfio (lot;132)
This is a painting by the Italian Artist, Alfio Rapasardi. We know this is modern by looking at the shaping and shading of colors, which makes this painting stand out. It demonstrates realism and let's the reader imagine what they see in the painting. -
1939, God Bless America
Kate Smith created this song in 1939. It brought joy during World War 1 and has been sung at many patriotic events ever since. -
1958, The Witch of Blackbird Pond
The Witch of Blackbird Pond is a postmodernist novel written by Elizabeth George Speare. It had been published in 1958 and is about a sixteen-year- old girl. This girl is in Puritan New England, when she is accused of witchcraft. Apparently according to Common Sense Media, she "finds herself facing execution". This shows exteriority because this is a cultural construct. -
1967, Loran Olympic Star
Artist, Erle Loran created this painting in 1967. This painting is brighter in color and has more of a bold affect when looking at it. He was inspired by other artists who did the same, meaning his art is parodying other works. This is a postmodern painting. -
Livin' on the Edge
Livin' on the Edge by Aerosmith is a postmodern song. It came out in 1993 and shows how differently people live now compared to how safely they lived back in the day.