Literature is one of the most valuable assets of human beings. The art of writing has been around since before human civilizations, and like humans it has evolved. Some take for granted the ability to read and write for it is a privilege many individuals do not have. With literature, the reader can travel through time, go to a different place by a flip of a page, or even learn a different language. Literature is important for so many different reasons, including, but not limited to, historic value, pleasure reading, and the learning ability that it provides. First, let us discuss the vast history of literature, such as, Frederick Douglass, who was a historic writer. Douglass was born into slavery, therefore, his first literary work was about
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Humans have a desire to constantly learn new and interesting things and literature helps to be able to do that. Although motivation differs from person to person, learning from literature can cover a broad area of subjects and the possibilities of what one could learn are ultimately endless. There are religious and spiritually uplifting books fantastically written by Joel Osteen, which are, “Break Out”, “Wake Up to Hope Devotional”, and “Your Best Life Now”, just to name a few. A historic quote “Osteen” reads: “If you are to have unshakable faith and become everything God created you to be, then learn to ignore the negative report, choose to believe the report of the Lord”. Society has also learned humanity and values from Martin Luther King Jr. As a minister, civil rights activist, author, and a leader, “King’s” words of wisdom will forever be historical literature, a learning tool for generations to come. One of the most heartfelt quotes ever to be written in literature, came from the “I Have a Dream” speech, given August 28th, 1963. People also use “Webster’s Dictionaries” and Merriam-Webster’s “Thesaurus”, as well as, the Medical Dictionary”. Last but surely not least, there are the beloved historic novels like “Little Women,” which was published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 by Louisa May Alcott. The story teaches people about life’s hardships, losses, and love of family. Also, the epic classic, “Gone with the Wind, which was published in 1936 by Margaret Mitchell. The beloved Butterfly’s words, “I don’t know nothing’ bout’ birthing’ no babies”. The author Jane Austen has written dozens of amazing books, among them are, “Sense and Sensibility”, “Pride and Prejudice”, and “Emma” These are all great examples of literature teaching the reader of life, history, pleasure, pain, and happiness, but these novels are just a spec in a sandstorm compared to how many informational pieces of literature are out
Humans have a desire to constantly learn new and interesting things and literature helps to be able to do that. Although motivation differs from person to person, learning from literature can cover a broad area of subjects and the possibilities of what one could learn are ultimately endless. There are religious and spiritually uplifting books fantastically written by Joel Osteen, which are, “Break Out”, “Wake Up to Hope Devotional”, and “Your Best Life Now”, just to name a few. A historic quote “Osteen” reads: “If you are to have unshakable faith and become everything God created you to be, then learn to ignore the negative report, choose to believe the report of the Lord”. Society has also learned humanity and values from Martin Luther King Jr. As a minister, civil rights activist, author, and a leader, “King’s” words of wisdom will forever be historical literature, a learning tool for generations to come. One of the most heartfelt quotes ever to be written in literature, came from the “I Have a Dream” speech, given August 28th, 1963. People also use “Webster’s Dictionaries” and Merriam-Webster’s “Thesaurus”, as well as, the Medical Dictionary”. Last but surely not least, there are the beloved historic novels like “Little Women,” which was published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869 by Louisa May Alcott. The story teaches people about life’s hardships, losses, and love of family. Also, the epic classic, “Gone with the Wind, which was published in 1936 by Margaret Mitchell. The beloved Butterfly’s words, “I don’t know nothing’ bout’ birthing’ no babies”. The author Jane Austen has written dozens of amazing books, among them are, “Sense and Sensibility”, “Pride and Prejudice”, and “Emma” These are all great examples of literature teaching the reader of life, history, pleasure, pain, and happiness, but these novels are just a spec in a sandstorm compared to how many informational pieces of literature are out