explain historical literature with an example
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Historical literature tells a story that is set in the past that draws on historical knowledge, usually based on real settingsand/or sometimes contain real historical persons. I believe that as a society, we are educated by this by learning
from mistakes and events that occurred in the past, and thus improving our cooperation and collaboration as an international community. Historical literature reflects the society of the time period in which it was set, but in my opinion, is used as a tool to shape the societies and cultures of the future by informing us of things that occurred in the past that both should, and should not, be repeated.
A General Definition of Culture
Culture is the word for the collective general ideas, customs, and social behaviour of a particular people or society. These influence how those people within the society act and form decisions.
How Historical Literature Reflects Culture
Historical literature reflects the culture and society of the time period in which it was set, which then assists in shaping the culture of the future by giving us examples of both the mistakes and victories of our ancestors, which we then learn from.
How Historical Literature Shapes Culture
Historical literature shapes cultures of different time periods, depending on when it was written in comparison to the time of its setting. For example, a piece written about an event that occurred in the past will shape cultures of the time at which it was written, but those which were written at the time of the setting, will be aimed at improving and shaping cultures in the future. This is done by educating us about what has occurred in the past, both positive and more negative, so that we can learn about what caused it and how they came to be, and either aim to avoid or replicate these.