What is another word for romantic realism?
Pronunciation: [ɹə͡ʊmˈantɪk ɹˈi͡əlɪzəm] (IPA) 
Romantic realism refers to a literary movement that emerged in the late 19th century which emphasizes the emotional, sentimental, and imaginative aspects of the human experience while still remaining grounded in reality. There are several synonyms for this style of writing such as magical realism, fantastic realism, imaginative realism, and surrealism. These terms all share the same basic principles of romantic realism, focusing on the internal world of the characters while still representing the external reality. They all employ the use of symbolism, allegory, and/or metaphor in order to deepen the emotional experience of the reader by portraying the world in a unique, subjective way.
