The British literary movement refers to various periods and styles of literature that have emerged in the United Kingdom over centuries. Key movements include Romanticism, which emphasized emotion and nature, and Victorian literature, known for its focus on social issues and moral questions. Each movement reflects the cultural and historical context of its time, influencing writers and poets. Notable figures in these movements include William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge from the Romantic era, and Charles Dickens and George Eliot from the Victorian period. These authors contributed significantly to the development of English literature, shaping themes and styles that resonate today.