THE ANGRY YOUNG MEN MOVEMENT: POST-WAR LITERARY REBELLION AND ITS CULTURAL IMPACT
Keywords:
Keywords: Angry Young Men, post-war Britain, class consciousness, realism, anti-establishment, literary movementsAbstract
The "Angry Young Men" movement emerged in post-World War II Britain as a
cultural and literary phenomenon, capturing the frustrations and aspirations of a
generation disillusioned by traditional values and societal constraints. This study
examines the historical context, defining characteristics, and enduring legacy of the
movement, emphasizing its impact on literature and broader cultural discourse.
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