Importance of preservation of history

and the role of literature in this task.

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Introduction

History and literature are intertwined fields of study that provide

insight into the past and present. History is the study of the
events, people, and developments that have shaped society over
time, while literature is the art of written works, such as novels,
poetry, and plays. Both history and literature offer unique
perspectives on the human experience, providing insight into the
values, beliefs, and experiences of different cultures and time
periods. Through the study of history and literature, we can
better understand the world around us and our place in it. The
study of literature and history is crucial for understanding the
world around us and for shaping our future. These fields offer a
wealth of knowledge and insights into human behavior and
cultural development. By pursuing these fields of study, we can
gain a deeper understanding of our own history and culture, as
well as those of others. We can also use the lessons of history
and literature to inform our decision-making and actions in the
present. It is important to encourage others to pursue these
fields of knowledge and art in order to continue to build upon the
collective knowledge and understanding of our past and present.

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The history of a community contributes to its personality.
Preserving the history of a place through its significant historic
resources gives a community its unique character. Historic
preservation provides a link to the roots of the community and its
people. Overall, historic preservation adds to the quality of life
making for a more livable community. Historic preservation
involves much more than simply saving and restoring old
buildings and sites of historic importance; there are economic,
cultural, environmental, and educational benefits of historic
preservation, all of which are inextricably connected to one
another and to the living memory of involved communities.
Preservation is an effective tool to revitalize neighborhoods,
older communities and commercial districts. The heart and soul
of most towns is the downtown, which represent a community’s
social identity as well as its economic engine. Reinvestment and
revitalizing main streets are the most significant economic-
development program most communities can undertake. In
examples across the world, it is shown that substantive,
sustainable and successful city revitalization results from
activities that are preservation-based. One of the ways
Preservation of history is possible, is with the help of Literature.
Literature is of paramount importance for the development of
modern society. It possesses the capability to transport the
reader’s mind into a completely different universe full of
emotions. Literature has been a form of entertainment for
hundreds of years. The current tech-savvy world has thrown us
at an extensive array of entertainment avenues, but it still has
failed to dislodge reading as the primary source of recreation.
There are many forms of literature manifesting itself in the form
of poetry, fiction, prose, drama, etc., which unfold before our
eyes the secrets of the big bright world. Literature apart from
being a source of entertainment and information has also
become somewhat of a conversation striker in modern society.
Successful people often talk about the important role books
played in molding their career choices and making them
successful. Classics in literature transcend us to our past and
make us feel as if we are living and breathing in an entirely
different world. They also teach us important life lessons. The
History genre in literature is not just vicious wars, dates,
struggles, power, but it is more about the people who are the
products of their time, and played an integral role in shaping up
the world’s history and the society that we live in today. History
is not only about the past, but it is also indicative of our present
and the future. Without literature, we would know nothing about
the past. Literature is important because it ignites the mind. We
obtain the capability to see the world we inhabit from an entirely
different perspective. Literature helps in understanding human
nature and conditions that impact human thinking and shape our
behavior. Numerous human cultures, beliefs, and traditions were
borne out of literature. The educational opportunities offered by
historic preservation are virtually limitless. For students,
teachers, and community partners, engaging in historic
preservation efforts brings home the importance of such efforts,
and reinforces historical education by allowing all those involved
to actively participate in its conservation and protection.
Literature down the ages has been known to give voice to the
people and helped them express their opinions more forcefully.
Importance of literature can be felt in modern times as well.
Films, plays, music, magazines, comic books, etc., are literature
in visual form. In the 21st century, literature exists as an
expression of art, a source of knowledge, and an instrument of
entertainment. It stays with us forever in our minds and our
hearts, owning a part of ourselves, and playing a critical role in
everyday life.

Conclusion
Literature is one of the most interesting and significant
expressions of humanity. It is also the royal road that enables us
to enter the realm of imagination. The impact of literature,
cultural heritage and history in modern society is simply
phenomenal to say the least. It allows us to depict our emotions
and thoughts in various forms and also lets us be a part of the
story. From it, we learn to reflect and prevent the mistakes of the
past from repeating itself. It makes us see the world from an
entirely different perspective. As an individual, historical
literature enables us to reconnect with the past and figure out
our personal identity. In a society, it brings people from different
walks of life together. Moreover, by preserving it we can
understand the value, meaning and the importance of
independence, dignity, and unity. In conclusion, we should
preserve literature and history as it allows us to go back in time
and learn about life on Earth from our ancestors, the ones who
walked before us, by understanding and appreciating them.
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