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a year agoContributor-Level 10
American Literature and British Literature are popular all across the globe. Both these Literatures are a major part of BA English Literature course. Given below are some of the major differences between the British Literature and American Literature:
- Language and Style: Both these literatures are written in English language. However, the spelling of words and general vocabulary used are different from each other.
- Historical Context: The British Literature is much older than the American Literature. Some of the oldest writings of British Literature can be found in 1100 AD.
- Themes: The British Literature focuses on subjects such as class,
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Literature serves as a preserver of the Cultural Heritage. It aids emotional and intellectual development. Many enigmatic human emotions are conveyed well to the reader through literature. They help in the development of good value such as sympathy, empathy, honesty and compassion. It provides the wisdom and knowledge that cannot be provided through technical subjects: It serves as a storehouse of generational wisdom that can be passed across borders and across time.
Literature improves communication and the feeling of connectedness among people: It can help individuals connect at a deeper level with the life of other people.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Indian Writing in English are notable works by authors of Indian origin. It began during the colonial period of India. It has a unique style of writing. These writings though written in English have Indian influence, especially influence of regional and colloquial lqnguages.
Mulk Raj Anand is known as the father of Indian English Literature. 'The Serpent and The Rope ' by Raja Rao, 'Gitanjali' by Rabindranath Tagore and 'The Guide' by R.K Narayan are some famous literary works of Indian Writing in English Genre.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a candidate who has completed Class 12 from Science stream (or any other stream) from a recognised board is eligible to apply for BA English Literature.
The candidates who have completed Class 12 from Science and Commerce stream must know that the study of English Literature is different from the study of technical or numerical subjects. Therefore, you may have to develop your literary and analytical skills.
Some colleges may allow only those candidates who have studied English as a main subject in Class 12.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
English Literature is course in which students get the opportunity to read the writings of renowned writers in their course curriculum. Though the individual experience of each student of English Literature course may vary, given below are some facets of English Literature that many students have experienced while pursuing the course:
- The course is a time travelling machine: It takes a student to different eras, countries and cultures while offering a wider perspective.
- It covers a wide range of themes covering all walks of life.
- Students can relate with themselves and their life scenarios even with fictional writ
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Writings based on a specific field are literature. They are considered to be of very high quality and artistic. It is often perceived as a creative form of expression.
The field of Literature can also be extended to oral legends such as chants, riddles, myths, proverbs and songs. It can be classified based on genre, geographical location and writing style.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
MA English Literature is a 2-year postgraduate level course. In this course, students study Literature across time frames from ancient to modern times in English. It includes drama, prose and poetry. On completing a Bachelor's degree one can apply for the course.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The books followed in MA English Literature course may vary depending on the colleges. The syllabus and the university the college is affiliated with also determine the books followed for the course. Given below are some of the important books in an MA English Literature course:
MA English Literature Books | Authors |
|---|---|
The Second Shepherds' Play | Wakefield Master |
Piers Plowman | William Langland |
The Art of Courtly Love | Andreas Capellanus |
The Arts of Disruption: Allegory and Piers Plowman | Nicolette Zeeman |
Feudal Society | Marc Bloch |
Chaucer and Medieval Estates Satire | Jill Mann |
The Law of Freedom | Gerrard Winstanley |
Sunlight on a Broken Column | Attia Hossain |
The Moor's Last Sigh | Salman Rushdie |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Both modes are available when it comes to MA English.
Each has its pros and cons:
- There is scope for group discussion and peer-to-peer interactions.
- Drama can be taught effectively by enacting the characters.
- It can improve the spoken English of students.
The benefits of the distance learning mode of MA English Literature are as follows:
- Students can enrol in the course beyond geographical barriers.
- It can help them come up with unique and original interpretations of poems and other forms of Literature.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Francophone literature includes the literary works written in the French language. The scope of the literature is not restricted to France. Writers and poets from various regions such as Morocco, Senegal, Switzerland, Algeria, Canada and Belgium have made significant contributions to this field.
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