Hagiography refers to the biography of a saint or a religious figure, often idealizing their life and character. It can also refer to any biography that idealizes or idolizes its subject, portraying them in an uncritically positive light.
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Hagiography is writing that depicts the lives of saints or
renowned people. It can also refer to any biography that elevates
the person being written about and depicts them in an overly
favorable light.