STUDY OF LITERATURE AS AN ART Flashcards
It is derived from the Latin word _______ which means letter
Litera
the written, printed, or oral
productions of the human mind
collectively, which deals with themes of
permanent and universal interest
Literature
being able to tell stories and express
themselves by word of mouth.
Oral Literature
one that is produced from the use
of the pen by literary writers.
Written Literature
Great literature has a lasting
influence and can stand through ages
Permanence
Great literature appeals to
anyone, wherever, whenever and may be
constantly relevant.
Universality
Great literature draws to our
aesthetic sense or sense of beauty.
Artistry
Great literature
stimulates the way we think.
Intellectual Value
Great literature motivates,
inspires, and brings out moral values which
can make us better people
Spiritual value
Great literature is evident with the
distinctive way in which the writer sees life,
forms his/her ideas, and expresses them
distinctly. It is what makes the writer unique.
Style
Great literature draws to
our emotions, stirs our imagination, feeling,
moves us deeply and evokes visions over
and beyond the level of ordinary life and
experience.
Suggestiveness
discourse that follows the
continuous and usual flow of conversation.
Prose
a type of literature that combines
the sound and meaning of language to
create and express ideas and feelings
Poetry
tells stories but one or
more characters act out the poem.
Dramatic
a short poem that expresses
the poet’s thoughts and feelings.
Lyric
