Definitions of literature have varied over time. In Western Europe, prior to the 18th century, literature denoted all books and writing. It can be … See more

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

Poetry
Poetry has traditionally been distinguished from prose by its greater use of the aesthetic qualities … 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

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 … See more

There are numerous awards recognizing achievement and contribution in literature. Given the diversity of the field, awards are typically limited in scope, usually on: form, genre, language, … See more