Definitions
- Referring to written works of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama. - Talking about the body of written works of a particular language, period, or culture. - Describing the artistic use of language to convey meaning, emotion, and ideas.
- Referring to the act of creating a written work, such as an essay, story, or poem. - Talking about the structure and organization of a written work. - Describing the process of combining words and sentences to create a coherent and meaningful piece of writing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve written works.
- 2Both require the use of language to convey meaning.
- 3Both can be creative forms of expression.
- 4Both can be studied and analyzed for their literary elements.
- 5Both can be used to communicate ideas and emotions.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Literature encompasses a wide range of written works, while composition refers specifically to the act of creating a written work.
- 2Purpose: Literature is often created for artistic or entertainment purposes, while composition can be created for various purposes, including academic, professional, or personal.
- 3Structure: Composition emphasizes the structure and organization of a written work, while literature may focus more on the artistic use of language and literary elements.
- 4Audience: Composition may have a specific audience in mind, while literature may be intended for a broader audience.
- 5Connotation: Literature is often associated with high art and cultural significance, while composition may be seen as a more practical skill.
Remember this!
Literature and composition are both related to written works and the use of language to convey meaning. However, literature refers to a body of written works that can be studied and analyzed for their artistic and cultural significance, while composition refers to the act of creating a written work with a specific purpose and structure in mind.
