What was 17th century literature?

The 17th century literature was an important period in the history of European literature, also known as Baroque literature or decorative literature. The literary works of this period were usually gorgeous, exaggerated, rich in details, and decorative. Unlike classical literature, they paid more attention to expressing personal feelings and desires and emphasized social class and social status differences. The representative works of 17th century literature included the plays of Hamlet, King Lear, Macwhite, etc. by William shakespeare, the plays of Faust by Goethe, the literary works of Dickens, Oliver Twist, A Tale of Two Cities, etc., and Daniel Defoe's Crusoe. The 17th century literature had a profound influence on later generations of literature. Many works were adapted into movies, television dramas, music, paintings and other forms, becoming an important part of cultural heritage and culture.