The "Romantic circle" refers to a group of influential writers and thinkers in the early 19th century who were central to the Romanticism movement. This movement emphasized emotion, nature, and individualism, contrasting with the rationalism of the Enlightenment. Key figures in the Romantic circle included poets like William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Lord Byron, who explored themes of beauty, the sublime, and the human experience. The Romantic circle was not limited to literature; it also encompassed artists and philosophers who shared similar ideals. This collective sought to break away from traditional forms and express deeper feelings and connections to nature. Their work laid the foundation for modern artistic and literary expressions, influencing subsequent movements and generations.