INTRODUCTION TO Module

PHILIPPINE LITERATURE 1
LITERATURE AS AN ART FORM
LITERATURE AS AN ART FORM
Literature is a creative living expression of
man’s desire through language. As an art
form, literature is indeed a product of man’s
creative acumen, it is always man made.

Literature therefore is a living example of the

way of life, be it victorious, tragic and plain.
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A typical language has been a binding
force to reflect the intelligence of different
scholars and listeners who have lived long
ago. Therefore, literature is about life and to
be appreciated, language will be used.
FORMS OF LITERATURE
 ORAL OR VERBAL
1 LITERATURE
 This pertains to a literature such as stories,
beliefs, ideas handed down from generation
and transferred through words of mouth.

Folklore, chanting and singing are good

examples of oral literature.
2 WRITTEN LITERATURE
 Written literature are immortal treasures of
man’s creativity through writing. These are written
works in a papyrus or stone with the use of
alphabet, symbols and images.
LITERARY TECHNIQUE
 LITERARY TECHNIQUE
A literary technique or literary device can
be used by authors in order to enhance the
written framework of a piece of literature, and
produce specific effects. They may indicate to
a reader that there is a familiar structure and
presentation to a work, basically to surprise the
reader.
LITERARY CRITICISM
 LITERARY CRITICISM
Literary criticism implies a critique and
evaluation of a piece of literature and, in
some cases, it is used to improve a work in
progress or a classical piece, as with an on-
going theatre production. Literary criticism is
the evaluation, analysis, description, or
interpretation of literary works.
CLASSIFICATIONS
FICTIONS
 FICTION
Fiction refers to literature created from the
imagination. Mysteries, science fiction, romance,
fantasy, feel good lit, crime thrillers are all fiction genres.

Examples of classic fiction include Noli Me Tangere

by Jose Rizal, Summer Solstice by Nick Joaquin or a
graphic novel such as Zsa Zsa Zaturnnah by a
contemporary comics writer Carlo Vergara.
NON-FICTION
 NON-FICTION
Non fiction refers to literature based in fact. It is the
broadest category of literature. The categories include
biography, business, cooking, health and fitness, pets,
crafts, home decorating, languages, travel, home
improvement, religion, art and music, history, self-help,
true crime, science and humor.
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ROLES OF LITERATURE TO
OUR LIFE
REFLECTION OF SOCIETY
 REFLECTION OF SOCIETY
Literature reflects the events and the social
environment of the society be it in positive or in
negative aspects. The society as a nucleus of
man serves as a basket of real scenarios that
transpired in a certain place. A good example
is a newspaper and journals published
everyday or quarterly.
MEDIUM OF CULTURAL TRAITS
AND VALUES
 MEDIUM OF CULTURAL TRAITS
AND VALUES
Any written work which survived through the
years discussed the behavior and character of
the people who has lived before. As for the
present readers, through pages of real stories
create a bridge that connects the world long
time ago and now.
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Traits and values such as the love for

freedom, respect for elders, aspiring for a
comfortable life and sincere romance were all
discussed and observed today through comics
and books that survived through the years.
KEEPER OF CULTURAL
TRADITIONS
KEEPER OF CULTURAL TRADITIONS

The stories and practices that were observed

long ago are also being done today with the
existence of historical texts and manuscripts. Who
would have thought that traditions such as town
fiesta, Lenten procession, games and folklores
created an impact to what society is colored and
played by its citizen.
IGNITES ACTION AND
CREATES REACTION
IGNITES ACTION AND CREATES
REACTION
By exposing the real event in society,
one is informed about his duties as a
citizen. Through knowledge of being one
with others is a method of change. One
does not only live by himself but for others.
ENTERTAINMENT
PURPOSES
 ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES

Through literature, one is satisfied by reading

and browsing it. This creates an escapist
imagination that dreams do come true, thus a
reader is enjoying a story or a text which is
being presented on many pages. One can
laugh, feel romance, cry at the same time.
To be continued…