Definitions of literature have varied over time. In Western Europe, prior to the 18th century, literature denoted all books and writing. It can be seen as returning to older, more inclusive notions, so that cultural studies, … See more

Religion has had a major influence on literature, through works like the Vedas, the Torah, the Bible, and the Quran.
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Law and literature
The law and literature movement focuses on the interdisciplinary connection between law and literature.
Copyright
Copyright is a type of intellectual property that gives its owner … See more

Oral literature
The use of the term "literature" here poses some issues due to its origins in the Latin littera, "letter," essentially writing. Alternatives such as … See more

Literary theory
A fundamental question of literary theory is "what is literature?" – although many contemporary … See more

Poetry
Poetry has traditionally been distinguished from prose by its greater use of the aesthetic qualities of language, including musical devices … See more

There are numerous awards recognizing achievement and contribution in literature. Given the diversity of the field, awards are typically limited in … See more