2.2 Definition of realism t 2.2.1 Definition of the term Actually, realism is a literary technique broadly defined as "the faithful representation of reality"or Mf sc verisimilitude. "A reaction against romanticism,an interest in scientific method, the systematizing of the study of documentary history, and the influence of rational philosophy all affected the rise of realism2.2. Definition of Realism 2.2.1 Definition of the term Actually, realism is a literary technique broadly defined as "the faithful representation of reality " or “ verisimilitude. " A reaction against romanticism, an interest in scientific method, the systematizing of the study of documentary history, and the influence of rational philosophy all affected the rise of realism