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The Study of Literature |
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It is not necessary to know about plot, character, setting, theme, and irony in order to read and enjoy fiction. However, to understand why a book is good or how a writer has been effective, it can be helpful to analyze the components of the story. |
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Escape and Interpretive Literature: an examination of different types of literature |
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Setting: an explanation of what setting is and how where and when a story takes place can affect the theme |
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Plot: an explanation of how the events in a story are arranged |
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Character: a look at who takes part in the story and how they affect the theme |
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Point of View: an examination of how the story can be affected by who tells the story |
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Theme: perhaps the most important component of a story - "What does the story tell us about life?" |
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