👉 Descendentalist is a philosophical and literary movement in American literature that emerged during the 19th century, characterized by an emphasis on the nature of human existence as an individualistic endeavor. The movement was influenced by Enlightenment ideas of reason, empiricism, and individualism. The term "descendentalist" is often used to describe individuals who are highly focused on personal development and self-improvement, with a strong focus on logic, reason, and scientific methods. They tend to