Modernism: Historical events that took place, How these events affected modernism, Characteristics

<Tab/>Something new happened in the Western world from about 1890 to 1940. This period is known as the Modern Age. This broad and diverse movement sought to capture the excitement of the audience. The Modern Age was a distinct time period when art and literature changed dramatically. <Tab/>There were many historical events that influenced the ideas and attitudes of the people during this period. World War I …

…exposition. <Tab/>As with every literary period, the world events that took place while it was going on greatly affected it. These events created the characteristics of modernism. Art and literature changed dramatically during this time. Nevertheless, as with every literary age, it had to come to an end. Although it eventually did come to an end, its great changes in style and its effect on today's literature cannot go unnoticed.