3. Genres in Fiction and Historical Forms of Prose Flashcards

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Novels by Anne Rice (as A. N. Roquelaure) belong to?

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Gothic Fiction ## Footnote The novels by **Anne Rice** published under the pseudonym **A. N. Roquelaure** belong to the **erotic Gothic fiction** genre. The most notable works under this name are: 1. **The Claiming of Sleeping Beauty (1983)** 2. **Beauty's Punishment (1984)** 3. **Beauty's Release (1985)** These novels are a **erotic reimagining** of classic fairy tales, particularly the *Sleeping Beauty* story, incorporating elements of BDSM, fantasy, and Gothic themes, including dark sensuality, power dynamics, and desire. Rice blends her Gothic style with explicit eroticism and themes of submission and dominance, creating a provocative take on fairy tale motifs. Rice's novels are known for their dark, atmospheric settings, complex characters, and exploration of immortality, sin, and human desire, making them central to modern Gothic fiction.

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**French literary genre of the "novel of manners"** and is often classified as **tragic romance** or **romantic fiction**. ## Footnote *Manon Lescaut* by **Abbé Prévost** belongs to the **French literary genre of the "novel of manners"** and is often classified as **tragic romance** or **romantic fiction**. The novel explores themes of passion, love, betrayal, and social class through the doomed love affair between the protagonist, **Des Grieux**, and the beautiful but impulsive **Manon**. It is often seen as a precursor to the **realist** and **sentimental** genres in literature.

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A roman à clef (French for “novel with a key”) is a fictional story based on real people and events, but with the names changed. It’s basically gossip in disguise. 👀 ## Footnote George Orwell was out here writing a barnyard drama, but let’s be real—it was all about Soviet Russia and Stalin’s regime. Here’s the tea: Napoleon the pig = Joseph Stalin 🐽 Snowball = Leon Trotsky ❄️ The farm = Russia under communism 🇷🇺

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Psychological Fiction

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Psychological Fiction ## Footnote **Anna Karenina** by **Leo Tolstoy** is a tragic novel that explores the complexities of love, infidelity, and societal expectations through the story of **Anna Karenina**, a woman who leaves her husband for a passionate affair with the dashing officer **Count Vronsky**, only to face social ostracism and personal turmoil. The novel also contrasts Anna's personal struggles with the stable yet troubled life of **Levin**, offering a deep exploration of Russian society, morality, and the human condition.

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Psychological Fiction ## Footnote **Madame Bovary** by **Gustave Flaubert** tells the story of **Emma Bovary**, a young woman who marries a country doctor, **Charles Bovary**, in search of excitement and romance, only to become disillusioned with her mundane life. As she embarks on adulterous affairs and extravagant spending to escape her dissatisfaction, the novel explores themes of desire, social class, and the consequences of pursuing unrealistic fantasies, ultimately leading to Emma's tragic downfall.

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Psychological Fiction

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Novel of Manners

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Novel of Manners cuz its about societal expectations and how characters interact with and are shaped by those norms. ## Footnote Tony’s a bit of a doormat, while Brenda’s a total drama queen. She’s unhappy in her marriage and gets tangled up with this dude named John Beaver. Meanwhile, Tony’s just trying to live his fancy life, tending to his estate. But plot twist: Brenda ends up leaving him for Beaver, which sends Tony into a downward spiral. The novel ends on a dark note when Tony’s trying to make a comeback but ends up stuck in the jungle with a nutty guy who forces him to read The Jungle Book on loop. Dark, right?

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Novel of Military Manners ## Footnote The **"Sword of Honour"** trilogy by **Evelyn Waugh** follows the experiences of **Guy Crouchback**, a British soldier during World War II, as he navigates the absurdities and moral dilemmas of military life. The trilogy combines satire, dark humor, and a critical look at the chaos and hypocrisy of war, ultimately exploring themes of duty, honor, and the individual's place in a turbulent world.

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Novel of Manners could also be satirical ## Footnote **The Unbearable Bassington** by **Saki** (H. H. Munro) is a novella that follows the life of the charming but irresponsible **Bertie Bassington**, a young man who causes trouble for those around him with his self-centered behavior and lack of accountability. Through satire and wit, Saki explores themes of social expectations, the folly of the British upper class, and the consequences of indulgence and irresponsibility.

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Sentimental Novel, Epistolary Novel ## Footnote **Pamela** by **Samuel Richardson** is considered both a **sentimental novel** and an **epistolary novel** for the following reasons: 1. **Sentimental Novel**: The novel focuses on the emotional experiences and moral development of its protagonist, **Pamela**, particularly her struggles with virtue, chastity, and morality. It emphasizes emotions like virtue, piety, and the inner turmoil of characters, which are key elements of **sentimentalism**, a genre that foregrounds emotional expression and moral sentiment. 2. **Epistolary Novel**: *Pamela* is written in the form of letters (or **epistles**) exchanged between the characters, primarily between **Pamela** and her parents, as well as between her and Mr. B. The use of letters allows for a personal, intimate portrayal of the characters' thoughts and emotions, which is a hallmark of the **epistolary novel** form.

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Sentimental Novel ## Footnote **Julie, or the New Heloise** (*La Nouvelle Héloïse*) by **Jean-Jacques Rousseau** is a **sentimental and epistolary novel** that explores themes of love, virtue, and social constraints through the passionate but doomed romance between **Julie d’Étanges** and her tutor, **Saint-Preux**. Written in **letter form**, the novel reflects Rousseau’s philosophical ideas on nature, morality, and the tension between personal desires and societal expectations.

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Tristram’s life story gets lost in a maze of tangents, goofy asides, and some serious dad drama. His pops, Mr. Shandy, is obsessed with weird theories about how to raise a kid, which basically makes everything in Tristram's life a mess. The book itself is a crazy ride through all the nonsense that makes up a life, with no real plot—just a lot of random, hilarious detours. Sterne’s out here breaking all the storytelling rules—throwing in blank pages, wild punctuation, and constantly interrupting himself. It’s like the first book to say, "Why follow the rules when you can just do whatever you want and still be a literary genius?" ## Footnote satirical novel and early example of metafiction, known for its humorous, digressive style and breaking of the fourth wall.

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We got Lady Isabel, a high-class girl who marries a solid dude, Archibald Carlyle. Seems all good, right? Nah, ‘cause this is Victorian lit, and things gotta go sideways. Isabel, being mad insecure and easily manipulated, gets tricked by that snake Captain Levison into thinking her hubby is cheating. So what does she do? She actually cheats and runs off with Levison. But joke’s on her—he ain't about that commitment life and ditches her. Isabel’s now broke, disgraced, and presumed dead after a train wreck. Fast forward—she sneaks back into her old house in disguise as a governess (yeah, it’s that messy). She’s literally raising her own kids while watching her ex live a happy life with his new wife. The drama hits max level when she’s dying of illness and finally confesses the truth to Archibald. Cue the tragic ending. ## Footnote **A sensation novel is basically the Victorian era’s version of a juicy thriller**These novels were super popular in the mid-19th century and often featured big twists like: Secret identities (people pretending to be someone they’re not) Big betrayals (cheating, lying, blackmail) Murder, crime, or wrongful accusations Hidden pasts (characters with dark, mysterious backstories) Women in distress (often suffering from social scandal or abusive marriages)

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Love Story” by Erich Segal is a romance novel and modern tragedy, known for its emotional love story and famous line, “Love means never having to say you’re sorry.” Sentimental novel

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**Epistolary cuz Clarissa and Lovelace are writing letters backs and forth** Clarissa Harlowe's family forces her to get married to a guy she hates then she has an affair with a guy. so she escapes with him but he only wats her for that cat. so her rep is ruined Despite her resistance, Lovelace ruins her reputation, and Clarissa, maintaining her virtue, dies tragically.

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**detective novel** and is considered one of the **first English-language mystery novels**, blending crime, suspense, and gothic elements.

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Modern Epistolary Form

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Pastoral Novel ## Footnote **Daphnis and Chloe** by **Longus** is an **ancient Greek pastoral novel** that tells the romantic story of two abandoned children, **Daphnis** and **Chloe**, who are raised by shepherds and gradually discover love and desire. As they navigate various obstacles—including rival suitors, pirates, and their own innocence—the novel explores themes of **nature, love, and coming of age**, making it one of the earliest examples of a **romantic prose narrative**.

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Uncle kicks her out and she goes to live in the forest dressed like a guy Pastoral Novel ## Footnote it’s all about life in the countryside, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The characters are living in nature, and they do a lot of longing, love, and philosophical musings in idealized rural settings. The forest is like a sanctuary where these characters find themselves and their true feelings, which is classic for pastoral novels The novel also served as the primary source for **Shakespeare's "As You Like It"**, making it an important work in **Elizabethan literature**.

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Pastoral Novel

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This book screams pastoral ‘cause it romanticizes that simple, rural, nature-filled life. Paul and Virginie live free, innocent, and pure—no city corruption, no materialism, just love and harmony with nature. But the moment the “civilized” world gets involved, everything falls apart. It’s basically a love letter to the idea that nature = good, society = bad. ## Footnote Paul and Virginie? They’re soulmates from the jump, vibing together like Adam and Eve 2.0. But of course, society gotta ruin everything. Virginie’s rich aunt back in France is like, “Girl, come get this bougie education and be a proper lady.” She ships out, leaving Paul heartbroken. Fast forward—Virginie finally comes back, but oh no, plot twist: a storm wrecks her ship right before she makes it home. Paul watches helplessly as she drowns, ‘cause modesty laws say she can’t strip outta her heavy dress to swim. Tragic. Paul’s heart is shattered, and not long after, he dies from grief. Moral of the story? Society and its fake rules mess everything up, while nature was the real paradise all along.

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Pastoral Novel

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Uncle George likes the beach and his sons name is Thomas A: Pastoral & Realism • Realism: Both authors depict everyday life, complex characters, and social issues without romanticizing. • Pastoral: Their works often explore rural settings, nature, and country life—especially Hardy, who highlights the struggles of rural folk.

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Moses Herzog, a man in a **midlife crisis** who's been through two failed marriages, is struggling with his own identity, and is trying to make sense of his chaotic life. The novel follows him as **he writes letters to everyone**—living, dead, and imaginary—in an attempt to sort through his emotions, intellectual turmoil, and relationships. It’s deep, introspective, and full of philosophical questions, but also messy as **Herzog tries to figure out love, family, and his own purpose.** ## Footnote Epistolary

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Pastoral Satire

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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School Bildungsroman

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School Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Bildungsroman

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef, Political Allegory

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef

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Roman à Clef

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A genre in which the story is set in a real historical period, often including actual historical events, figures, or settings. These novels may mix fictional and historical characters.

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A genre that follows the episodic adventures of a roguish, lower-class protagonist (pícaro) who lives by their wits in a corrupt society. Often satirical, these stories lack traditional plot structures.

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A genre that features dark and mysterious settings, supernatural elements, horror, madness, and revenge. Gothic novels often explore fear and the unknown.

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A genre that delves into the inner thoughts, emotions, and motivations of characters, often exploring themes of identity, morality, and mental states.

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A genre that examines and critiques the social behaviors, customs, and class structures of a particular society. These novels often focus on how individuals navigate social norms and restrictions.

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A genre that emphasizes strong emotions, often focusing on love and personal relationships. Sentimental novels aim to evoke empathy and moral reflection from readers.

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A genre in which the story is told through letters, diary entries, or other documents written by the characters, offering intimate insight into their thoughts and emotions.

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A genre that idealizes rural life and nature, often depicting the countryside as peaceful, innocent, and free from the corruption of urban life.

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A coming-of-age novel that follows a character’s psychological and moral growth from youth to adulthood, often involving personal struggles and self-discovery.

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A 'novel with a key' that includes disguised real-life people or events, requiring readers to have background knowledge to fully understand the story’s references.

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A novel of manners focuses on the social customs, behaviors, and interactions of characters within a specific society, often emphasizing external conflicts and societal expectations. ## Footnote Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton.

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This genre delves deeply into the internal thoughts, emotions, and motivations of characters, often exploring their consciousness and subconscious. The focus is on individuals' inner struggles, mental states, and emotional conflicts, and the story often examines the complexities of human behavior. Examples: Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf.

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A category meant to describe the writing style, techniques, tone, length, and content of certain literary forms.

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A story written to be performed by actors in front of an audience, including stage directions.

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Depicts the downfall of a basically good person through a fatal error or misjudgment, producing suffering and insight.

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A dynamic contest between two opposing forces, often a conflict of rights or values.

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A type of religious drama in the Middle Ages based on stories about saints.

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An allegorical play in which characters personify abstract qualities or concepts.

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A dramatic work that is light and often humorous, usually containing a happy resolution.

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A drama where the main character suffers extreme sorrow due to a tragic flaw or inability to cope.

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A play that combines elements of tragedy and comedy, often resulting in a happy ending.

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A person who writes plays.

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A type of romance set in medieval castles featuring secret passageways and supernatural elements.

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[fiction and nonfiction] ## Footnote It includes all forms written in ordinary language resembling everyday speech.

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A brief prose tale that seeks to achieve a single, major, unified impact.

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A literary work where characters, objects, or actions represent abstractions.

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A long narrative poem recounting the trials and adventures of a hero.

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A form of verse that is sung or recited, featuring exciting or dramatic episodes.

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A ballad written by a sophisticated poet for educated readers, not meant for singing.

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A short poem with songlike quality that evokes emotion.

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A story passed down orally, often with an unknown author.

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Ballads printed on one side of folio sheets, often including illustrations.

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Tranquil nature or shepherds, often featuring idyllic country life.

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A long formal letter that often serves to instruct.

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A brief examination of a subject in prose, expressing a personal view.

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Symbolic tales explaining the origin and nature of the universe, often involving gods.

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Fictional works involving adventure, thwarted love, and improbable triumphs.

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A succinct story featuring anthropomorphized characters that illustrates a moral lesson.

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Rhythmic, compressed language designed to evoke emotional responses.

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A lyric poem of fourteen lines, usually in iambic pentameter.

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A narrative of human actions perceived as historical, often exaggerated.

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A poem or song expressing lamentation.

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Poetry that explores the poet's personal interpretation and feelings.

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Poetry characterized by conceits and complex imagery, often from the seventeenth century.

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Realistic fiction set in a specific past time period.

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Fiction that often involves science and technology, usually set in the future.

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Contains unrealistic elements like talking animals and magical powers.

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A fictional story where people and events could happen in real life.

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Literature comprising works dealing with facts and reality.

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Stories, songs, and dances from a particular cultural group.

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A narrative featuring fantastic characters and creatures, often starting with 'Once upon a time...'.

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A hero story with exaggerated characters and events, often humorous.

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