Literature

What is Literature? 2 General Types of Literature Literary Approaches

“Litera” – Latin word which Poetry
literally means an the art of rhythmical composition,
Formalistic/ Literary Approach
"acquaintance with letters". written or spoken, for exciting Moral or Humanistic Approach
It is a body of work, either pleasure by beautiful,
written, oral, or visual, imaginative, or elevated thoughts. Historical Approach
containing imaginative
language that realistically
Literary work in metrical form Sociological Approach
Cultural Approach

portrays thought, emotions, Prose

and experiences of the human the ordinary form of spoken or
condition. written language, without metrical Psychological Approach
Product of culture that
mirrors values, emotions,
structure, as distinguished from
poetry or verse.
Impressionistic Approach
actions and ideas.

Genres of Literature Importance of Literature

Universality-Forever relevant, it appeals to one and all, anytime,
Poetry anywhere
Short Story Artistry-This is the quality that appeals to our sense of beauty.
Intellectual Value-A literary works stimulates thought by making
Novel
us realize truths about life and human nature
Drama Permanence-Can be read again and again
Essay Style-peculiar way in which writers sees life, forms his ideas and
expresses them.
Spiritual Value-elevates the spirit by bringing out moral values
which makes a better persons.
Suggestiveness-It moves us deeply that gives us visions beyond