Exploring the World of Literature: From Classics to Modern

Literature, a timeless art form, authentically reflects human life and emotions. From oral folk tales to complex modern novels, literature always holds a special place in humanity’s spiritual life. This article will take you on an exciting journey through the development stages of literature, from classic works to emerging trends.

Classical Literature: An Endless Source of Inspiration

Classical literature, with its timeless works, is an endless source of inspiration for generations of artists and readers. From The Tale of Kieu by Nguyen Du, an immortal masterpiece of Vietnamese literature, to Hamlet by Shakespeare, a symbol of world tragedy, these works have profoundly depicted issues of life, love, hatred, and social injustice. The sophistication of language, depth of thought, and high humanistic value have made them invaluable literary heritage.

Classic Works Worth Reading:

Besides The Tale of Kieu and Hamlet, we can also mention other classic works such as The Rooster’s Tale (Vietnam), Short stories by Russian writers: Pushkin, Tolstoy,… (Russia) and many other works around the world. Each work carries its own literary value, reflecting the culture and history of each country and nation.

Modern Literature: Diversity and Development

Modern literature marks a strong transformation with the emergence of many new genres, diverse writing styles, and topics reflecting the realities of contemporary society. The development of industrial society and globalization has strongly impacted the content and form of writing. Realism, romanticism, surrealism… all find their own voices in modern literature.

Trends in Modern Literature:

Currently, trends such as urban literature, social-themed literature, and social media literature are increasingly attracting the attention of readers. These works authentically reflect modern life with hot issues such as environmental pollution, social inequality, school violence…

Conclusion

Literature is a priceless treasure of knowledge, a bridge between generations and different cultures. Exploring and enjoying literature not only broadens our understanding but also helps us feel more deeply about life, people, and the world around us.