Literature: A Global Perspective Week 1

Flashcards covering key concepts in literary studies introduced in the first week of the course.

Literary Classification

The system of categorizing literature based on various aspects such as historical, cultural context, genre, and form.

Genre

A category of writing defined by its style, form, or content, including types like Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, and Drama.

Poetry

A concentrated form of linguistic expression often characterized by its use of meter, rhyme, and other formal elements.

Flash Fiction

A condensed narrative form that tells a complete story in a very short length, focusing on essential elements.

Contextual Classification

A type of literary classification that considers the historical or cultural context of a literary work.

Prose

A direct and unadorned form of language that encompasses written or spoken words in ordinary usage.

Protagonist

The main character in a story, often faced with a conflict that drives the narrative.

Antagonist

A character or force that opposes the protagonist in a story, often creating conflict.

Theme

The central idea or underlying message of a literary work, often explored through characters and plot.