Theme of Lost Generation

Authors

  • Sanjay Kumar Research Scholar, Department of English NIILM University, Kaithal
  • Dr. Ravinder Kumar Professor, Department of English NIILM University, Kaithal

Keywords:

Disillusionment, Alienation, Existential despair

Abstract

The Lost Generation was a term used to describe the group of writers and artists who came of age during World War I and the Roaring Twenties, and who felt disillusioned and disconnected from the traditional values of their parents' generation. While the term is often used to refer specifically to this group of artists and writers, it can also be used more broadly to describe a sense of disillusionment and disconnection that can arise in any generation. At its core, the Lost Generation represents a sense of disillusionment and uncertainty about the future. This can manifest in a variety of ways, from a rejection of traditional values and institutions to a sense of alienation from society and a feeling of existential despair. The Lost Generation can also be seen as a reaction to the rapid changes and upheavals of the early 20th century, as people struggled to make sense of a world that seemed to be changing faster than they could keep up with. In a more abstract sense, the Lost Generation can be seen as a metaphor for the human condition. We all experience feelings of disillusionment and uncertainty at some point in our lives, and we all struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that can seem chaotic and unpredictable. The Lost Generation can also be seen as a reminder of the importance of staying connected to our values and to each other, even in times of upheaval and change.

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Published

31-12-2022

How to Cite

Sanjay Kumar, & Dr. Ravinder Kumar. (2022). Theme of Lost Generation. International Journal for Research Publication and Seminar, 13(5), 193–200. Retrieved from https://jrps.shodhsagar.com/index.php/j/article/view/264

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Original Research Article