How is the theme of individualism presented within American Literature 1880-1940?

Introduction: start with a thesis statement about individualism in regards to all American literature. Then make more specific point on how your chosen texts reflect such and through which characters. In order to demonstrate your understanding, provide a brief outline of the context [e.g. The Great Depression] Paragraph 1: write about how the two texts are similar. What do they agree about, in terms of individualism and how do they demonstrate this?Paragraph 2: write about how the two texts differ in terms of individualism. How do their individual ideas about individualism contrast? REMINDER: throughout the entire essay link your more specific points about individualism to your thesis statement and therefore the question. Conclusion: effectively state how you have supported and therefore proven your thesis statement.

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