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Humanities

The study of the different cultural aspects of man, his frailties in life and how they can be improved.

Arts

A creative activity that results in beauty having aesthetic value, often used as a medium of expression.

Humanus

A Latin word meaning refined, cultured, and human.

Obra Maestra

A term used to refer to a masterpiece, often in the context of art.

Lyric Poetry

A non-narrative poem in which a single speaker presents a state or emotional condition.

Epic

A long narrative poem that tells the adventures of a hero, often involving supernatural elements.

Fiction

A genre of prose that describes imaginary events and characters.

Non-Fiction

Prose writing based on facts, real events, and real people.

Creative Activity

Artistic endeavors that allow for personal expression and creativity.

Elegy

A lyric poem that mourns the loss of someone or something.

Sonnet

A 14-line lyric poem with a specific rhyme scheme, often expressing love or deep emotions.

Drama

A piece of writing that tells a story and is performed on a stage.

Mock-Epic

A satirical form of epic poetry that uses grand style to depict trivial subjects.

Hymn

A lyric poem of praise or devotion, often addressed to a deity.

Metafiction

A form of literature that self-consciously addresses the devices of fiction, often blurring the boundaries between fiction and reality.

Realism

A literary movement focusing on representing everyday events, characters, and settings in a truthful manner.

Victorian Literature

Literature that focused on social issues and realism during the Victorian era.

Romanticism

A literary movement that emphasized emotion, nature, and individualism.

Postmodern Literature

A period questioning narratives and focusing on fragmentation.

Fantasy Genre

A genre of drama or literature that incorporates supernatural or magical elements.

Historical Literature

Literature that reflects historical events, providing insight into past societies.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

Theme

The central idea or message conveyed in a literary work.

Characterization

The process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.

Setting

The time and place in which a story occurs.

Plot

The sequence of events that make up a story.

Conflict

The struggle between opposing forces in a story.

Point of View

The perspective from which a story is told.

Tone

The author's attitude toward the subject or audience.

Mood

The emotional atmosphere created by a literary work.

Narrative

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.