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Aristotle is considered to be the father of western science.
It's Western culture
The Greco-Roman period refers to the culture of the peoples who were incorporated into the Roman Republic & Roman EmpireRoman culture means the culture of the Romans, just as American culture means the culture of the Americans, British culture means the culture of the British, French culture is the culture of the French, etc. Roman means the people who live in Rome. The Romans conquered a large empire in antiquity The term Greco-Roman refers to the fact that ancient Roman culture was deeply influenced by Greek culture. It means Greek-Roman.
Some of the defining characteristics of Western culture are:ReasonIndividualismWorldly happinessRights & proper governmentCapitalism
The east is normally defined as Asian, Arab or Oriental. The west is best described as European, North American and South American. Australia would be considered western while Africa is not considered either. So, you see, it is less about geography and more about culture, history and socioeconomic tendencies.
Most works in the Western literary tradition have a connection to the culture of ancient Greece.
Matthew Arnold is widely considered one of the most influential literary critics in the late nineteenth century. His essays on culture and criticism, as well as his promotion of the idea of "high culture" and the pursuit of literary excellence, had a significant impact on the literary landscape of his time.
the culture of ancient Greece.
Giselle Liza Anatol has written: 'Bringing Light to Twilight' -- subject(s): LITERARY CRITICISM / American / General, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture, American Young adult fiction, LITERARY CRITICISM / Gothic & Romance, Vampires in literature, History and criticism, LITERARY CRITICISM / Women Authors
Aristotle is considered to be the father of western science.
Antony H. Harrison has written: 'Christina Rossetti in context' -- subject(s): Criticism and interpretation, Women and literature, History 'Victorian poets and the politics of culture' -- subject(s): Culture, Discourse analysis, Literary, English poetry, History, History and criticism, Literary Discourse analysis, Medievalism, Political and social views, Political aspects, Political aspects of Culture, Politics and literature 'Victorian Poets and Romantic Poems' -- subject(s): English poetry, Historicism, History, History and criticism, Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.), Intertextuality, Romanticism 'The cultural production of Matthew Arnold'
A postmodernist attempts to use deconstruction to show how culture produces truths and meanings. Postmodernism is a movement that includes skeptical interpretations of culture, philosophy, history, fiction and literary criticism.
It's Western culture
It gets tricky, but the majority of Europe is in the Eastern hemisphere, but most of Europe is considered to be western culture.
Matthew Arnold advocated for disinterestedness in literary criticism. He believed that critics should approach literature without personal bias or self-interest, focusing instead on the work itself and its ability to enrich society and culture. Arnold argued for the importance of objectivity and impartiality in evaluating works of literature.
Depending on the culture but in most western cultures it is considered ~18years
They are commonly referred to as the "canon" of literature. This includes works that are considered to be the most important, influential, and representative of a particular culture or literary tradition.