The early 20th century saw the rise of classic romance novels, such as Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice (1813) and the Brontë sisters' Jane Eyre (1847) and Wuthering Heights (1847). These timeless tales of love, heartbreak, and social commentary set the stage for the romantic storylines that would follow. In Hollywood, the 1930s to 1950s were dubbed the "Golden Age of Romance," with iconic films like Casablanca (1942), Roman Holiday (1953), and An Affair to Remember (1957). These movies typically featured dashing leading men, elegant leading ladies, and a focus on grand gestures, sweeping romance, and happily-ever-after endings.