Evaluating Literary Merit
Students debate the concept of the literary canon and what constitutes 'great' literature. They evaluate texts based on aesthetic value, cultural significance, and enduring relevance.
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Students debate the concept of the literary canon and what constitutes 'great' literature. They evaluate texts based on aesthetic value, cultural significance, and enduring relevance.
Key Questions
- Who decides what belongs in the literary canon?
- What makes a text a 'classic'?
- How do shifting societal values impact literary merit?
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