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Literature is not only always written, it is only written. Literature literally means "Things made of letters." the term comes from 14th century Latin (litterātūra), translated "writing formed with letters."
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∙ 11y ago
No, literature can also be spoken or transmitted orally through storytelling or poetry. While written literature is common, oral traditions have played a significant role in the preservation and transmission of literary works throughout history.
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∙ 14y agoLiterature can also be transferred by oral means of communicating
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∙ 11y agoClearly you have just proven that no, no it is not. Especially not anything you write. Ever.
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Why do you say written literature?
I use the term "written literature" to distinguish it from oral traditions or other forms of storytelling. It refers to literature that is recorded and preserved in written form.
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