Imagism was a literary movement that emerged in the early 20th century, primarily in poetry. It emphasized clarity, precision, and the use of vivid imagery to convey emotions and ideas. Imagist poets sought to create a direct and immediate experience for the reader, often focusing on a single image or moment in time. Key figures of Imagism included Ezra Pound, H.D. (Hilda Doolittle), and Amy Lowell. They rejected the ornate language and traditional forms of previous poetry, favoring free verse and concise language. This movement laid the groundwork for modernist poetry and influenced many writers in the years that followed.