world literature

Explain in a substantial paragraph (12-14 sentences) what was at the heart of the Realism movement.  How did it manifest itself in literature?  Who were some of the proponents?  What were some of the Realism works? 

In a second paragraph, write your thoughts on the movement.  You may use the first person to speak to Realism's merits or lack thereof.  Is is a style that you enjoy?  What do you specifically like or dislike about it?  give a title