Definition: Orleansism is a literary and cultural movement that emerged in the United States during the 19th century, characterized by an emphasis on the importance of language and literature as vehicles for social and political commentary. This movement was influenced by the work of writers such as Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and William James, who sought to use language to articulate and critique social issues, including racism, imperialism, and the dangers of individualism. Orleansism is often associated with