before the novel arrived, literature was predominantly written in the form of poetry, plays, and epic tales. The novel emerged in the 18th century as a new form of storytelling that focused on realistic characters and everyday life, paving the way for modern fiction.
Various oral literary traditions
the Europeans arrived
a literary tradition with origins in oral traditions dating to around 2500 BC.
a literary tradition with origins in oral traditions dating to around 2500 BC.
Modern because it was written in 1993.
Geoff Gilbert has written: 'BEFORE MODERNISM WAS: MODERN HISTORY AND THE CONSTITUENCIES OF WRITING' 'Before modernism was' -- subject(s): Modernism (Literature), Literature, History and criticism
Robert Bell Michell has written: 'French literature before 1800' -- subject(s): French literature, Selections
Percy Goronwy Thomas has written: 'English literature before Chaucer' -- subject(s): English literature, History and criticism
Native American literature has a long history dating back centuries before the arrival of Europeans in North America. It existed in the form of oral traditions, myths, and stories passed down through generations. The written literature by Native American authors emerged alongside the European colonizers' literature in the 17th century, contributing unique perspectives and voices to American literary traditions.
spanish
W. A. Passavant has written: 'Addresses delivered before the Franklin literary society' -- subject(s): Jefferson College (Canonsburg, Pa.)., Jefferson College (Canonsburg, Pa.). Franklin Literary Society
Yes, Philippine literature existed before the arrival of the Spaniards. Oral tradition played a significant role in preserving early literary works such as epics, myths, and legends in various Philippine regions. These oral compositions were passed down from generation to generation before being eventually transcribed into written form.