Literature assignment

 .Major =5 class  assignments 

                The study of an author 

The study of author is usually called Author Study in literature.

It means learning about a writer’s life, works, style, themes, and influence in detail.

            What is an Author Study? 

An author study is when we focus on one writer to understand:

Their biography (life, background, education, culture).

Their major works (books, poems, plays, essays).

Their writing style (language, imagery, themes, techniques).

Their philosophy or ideology (what message they wanted to give).

Their impact on literature (how they influenced other writers and readers).

           Why Do We Study an Author? 

Context – Knowing about the author helps us understand their writings better.

(e.g., Mahatma Gandhi’s writings reflect non-violence because of his life philosophy).

Style & Technique – Every author has a unique way of writing (like Shakespeare’s blank verse or Premchand’s realism).

Themes & Ideas – We can see what social, cultural, or political issues the author was concerned with.

Comparisons – Studying an author helps us compare them with other writers.                                  

 How to Do an Author Study? 

Read the biography – Early life, education, influ

Major =5 class  assignments 

                The study of author 

The study of author is usually called Author Study in literature.

It means learning about a writer’s life, works, style, themes, and influence in detail.

            What is an Author Study? 

An author study is when we focus on one writer to understand:

Their biography (life, background, education, culture).

Their major works (books, poems, plays, essays).

Their writing style (language, imagery, themes, techniques).

Their philosophy or ideology (what message they wanted to give).

Their impact on literature (how they influenced other writers and readers).

           Why Do We Study an Author? 

Context – Knowing about the author helps us understand their writings better.

(e.g., Mahatma Gandhi’s writings reflect non-violence because of his life philosophy).

Style & Technique – Every author has a unique way of writing (like Shakespeare’s blank verse or Premchand’s realism).

Themes & Ideas – We can see what social, cultural, or political issues the author was concerned with.

Comparisons – Studying an author helps us compare them with other writers.                              

     How to Do an Author Study? 

Read the biography – Early life, education, influences.

Collect their works – Famous writings, genres (novel, drama, poetry).

Analyze themes – Love, nature, society, politics, spirituality, etc.

Study style – Language, metaphors, narrative method.

Impact – How did they change literature or society?

  

Example   If you study Rabindranath Tagore:

Life: Born 1861, Nobel Prize winner.

Works: Gitanjali, The Home and the World.

Themes: Nature, spirituality, humanism, freedom.

Style: Simple, lyrical, symbolic.

Impact: Inspired Indian nationalism, enriched Bengali and world literature.

Collect their works – Famous writings, genres (novel, drama, poetry).

Analyze themes – Love, nature, society, politics, spirituality, etc.

Study style – Language, metaphors, narrative method.

Impact – How did they change literature or society?

Home assignments 

Literature as social products 

Literature as Social Products Introduction

Literature has never existed in isolation. It is born out of society, shaped by its values, traditions, struggles, and transformations. Whether in the form of poetry, drama, novels, or folk tales, literature mirrors the life of people and the conditions of their time. In this sense, literature is not merely an artistic creation—it is a social product.

The idea that literature is closely tied to society is central to many literary theories, including Marxist criticism, cultural studies, and sociological approaches. Writers, consciously or unconsciously, absorb their surroundings and express them in words. Thus, literature becomes both a reflection of society and an agent of change.

Literature as a Reflection of Society 

Mirror of Life:Literature captures the experiences, beliefs, and customs of a particular age. For example, Charles Dickens’s novels reveal the struggles of the working class during the Industrial Revolution.

Cultural Repository: Epics like the Mahabharata or Iliad preserve collective memories, myths, and values of ancient civilizations.

Historical Document: Even fictional works provide insights into real social conditions—Jane Austen’s novels highlight gender roles in 18th-century England, while Premchand’s stories depict rural India’s caste and poverty issues.

Literature as a Social Critic 

Voice of the Oppressed: Literature often becomes the platform for marginalized voices. African American writers like Langston Hughes or Dalit writers in India used literature to question inequality.

Challenging Norms: Plays like Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House questioned patriarchy and women’s roles in society.

Political Tool: Revolutionary literature, such as Bhagat Singh’s writings or Pablo Neruda’s poetry, inspired collective resistance against oppression.

Literature as a Social Product 

When we say literature is a social product, it means:

Shaped by Context: Every writer is influenced by the society they live in—its language, culture, economy, and politics.

Collective Creation: Folk songs, oral traditions, and proverbs show that literature often comes from communities, not just individuals.

Dynamic Process: As society evolves, so does literature. The rise of feminist literature in the 20th century or postcolonial literature after independence movements shows how literature is tied to social change.

Indian Context 

Classical Literature: Sanskrit texts like Kalidasa’s Shakuntala were deeply rooted in social and cultural traditions.

Medieval Bhakti & Sufi Poetry: Kabir, Meera, and Rumi connected literature with spirituality, equality, and devotion beyond caste and religion.

Modern Literature: Writers like Munshi Premchand, Rabindranath Tagore, and Ismat Chughtai captured social realities of colonialism, poverty, and gender.

Contemporary Literature: Today’s Indian English authors like Arundhati Roy or Dalit writers highlight globalisation, inequality, and environmental issues.

Literature as an Agent of Social Change 

Raises Awareness: Brings hidden issues into public discussion.

Creates Empathy: Helps readers understand lives different from their own.

Inspires Movements: From the French Revolution to the Indian Independence struggle, literature has always been part of resistance.

Conclusion 

Literature is not created in a vacuum—it is a social product that reflects, critiques, and shapes society. While it entertains and inspires, it also records history, questions injustice, and provides a vision for the future. In this way, literature remains both a mirror and a lamp—mirroring the realities of life while illuminating new possibilities.

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What is Literature

The word “literature” comes from the Latin word litteratura, meaning “writing formed with letters.”

👉 In simple terms, literature is any written or spoken material that expresses ideas, emotions, experiences, or imagination in an artistic way.

Literature is not just any writing—it is art in words.A newspaper article = writing (information).A poem, novel, or play = literature (art + expression).

It deals with:

Thoughts and feelings (love, sorrow, joy, struggle).Human experiences (society, culture, history).Creativity and imagination (fantasy, symbolism, beauty in words).

Forms of Literature 

Literature is usually divided into two types:

(A) Oral Literature 

Stories, songs, epics, and folk tales passed by word of mouth (e.g., Ramayana, tribal folk songs.

(B) Written Literature 

Poetry (expressing beauty and feelings in verse)

Prose (novels, short stories, essays, biographies)

Drama (plays performed on stage)

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