21st Century Literature from the World - Q4

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It is the totality of all national literatures. Each nation's literature has its own artistic and national features, developing alongside other national literatures.

World literature

Each nation's literature has its own ____________________, developing alongside other national literatures.

  • significant and technical features
  • uniqueness and traditional features
  • artistic and national features (correct)
  • plot and characteristic features

The concept emerged in the 19th century when literary connections between countries strengthened.

World Literature

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe introduced the term "__________" in 1827.

<p>Weltliteratur (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It is the cultural heritage of all humanity.

<p>World Literature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It helps us understand the lives of different people, forms our worldview, and acquaints us with literary masterpieces.

<p>World literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

ASIAN LITERARY VOICE Born in 1949, his books have been bestsellers internationally, translated into 50 languages.

<p>Haruki Murakami [Japan] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His works include "Scheherazade" and have received numerous awards including the World Fantasy Award.

<p>Haruki Murakami [Japan] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A Chinese poet and translator who has authored six collections of poetry published in China.

<p>Ming Di [China] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

She has translated four books of poetry from English to Chinese.

<p>Ming Di [China] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Born in 1968, He began his professional writing career in 1995.

<p>Young-Ha Kim [South Korea] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His work "Their Last Visitor" showcases his distinctive literary style developed after studying at Yonsei University.

<p>Young-Ha Kim [South Korea] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Known as Vinda (1918-2010), he received the prestigious Jnanpith Award in 2003 and the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship in 1996 for his literary contributions.

<p>Govind Vinayak Karandikar [India] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

American novelist and short fiction writer known for "A History of Everything, Including You."

<p>Jenny Hollowell [United States] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Her debut novel "Everything Lovely, Effortless, Safe" led her to be named one of the "best new writers" by The Daily Beast.

<p>Jenny Hollowell [United States] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Spanish-born Canadian author best known for "Life of Pi," which sold over 12 million copies worldwide.

<p>Yann Martel [Canada] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The film adaptation directed by Ang Lee won four Oscars including Best Director.

<p>Yann Martel [Canada] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

English author known for bestselling novels like "number9dream" and "Cloud Atlas."

<p>David Stephen Mitchell [United Kingdom] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After teaching English in Japan for eight years, he used his savings to finance his early writing career.

<p>David Stephen Mitchell [United Kingdom] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nobel Prize winner with over 40 works

<p>Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio [France] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Author of "Kiss" and other acclaimed works

<p>Carlos Ruiz Zafon [Spain] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Award-winning author of "The Red Fox Fur Coat"

<p>Teolinda Gersao [Portugal] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Author and translator of "Blood of a Mole"

<p>Zdravka Evtimova [Bulgaria] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

This literature continues to evolve while maintaining its rich traditions.

<p>European (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

He was awarded the 2008 Nobel Prize for his "poetic adventure and sensual ecstasy."

<p>Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clezio [France] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

He began in advertising before becoming a successful novelist.

<p>Carlos Ruiz Zafon [Spain] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

He/She taught at several universities before becoming a full-time writer in the mid-1990s.

<p>Teolinda Gersao [Portugal] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

He/She works as both an author and literary translator from English, French, and German.

<p>Zdravka Evtimova [Bulgaria] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Known as "the Queen of the Microstory," she has published over 80 books in numerous genres.

<p>Ana Maria Shua [Argentina] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Her work "Like Hercules" showcases her mastery of short forms.

<p>Ana Maria Shua [Argentina] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A globetrotter who has lived in Mexico, Spain, and the UK.

<p>Antonio Ungar [Colombia] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His work "Honey" demonstrates his unique literary style that earned him the Colombian National Journalism Award in 2005.

<p>Antonio Ungar [Colombia] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Part of the "novísimos" generation of Cuban writers,

<p>Jorge Luiz Arzola [Cuba] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His work "Essential Things" reflects both national identity and questioning of ideals following political changes.

<p>Jorge Luiz Arzola [Cuba] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Winner of the Chilean National Prize for Literature in 2000.

<p>Raul Zurita [Chile] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His poem "The Desert of Atacama V" represents his innovative approach to poetry.

<p>Raul Zurita [Chile] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nobel Prize winner and Booker Prize recipient

<p>J.M. Coetzee [South Africa] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Award-winning lawyer and writer

<p>Petina Gappah [Zimbabwe] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Poet combining traditional and contemporary elements

<p>Kofi Awoonor [Ghana] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sillerman First Book Prize winner

<p>Ladan Osman [Somalia] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

This literature continues to gain global recognition through these powerful voices.

<p>African (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

He/She relocated to Australia in 2002 but remains a prominent South African literary figure.

<p>J.M. Coetzee [South Africa] (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His/Her first book, "An Elegy for Easterly," explores what it means to be Zimbabwean in recent times.

<p>Petina Gappah [Zimbabwe] (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His/Her work combined poetic traditions of his native Ewe people with contemporary symbolism.

<p>Kofi Awoonor [Ghana] (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

His/Her poetry centers on her Somali and Muslim heritage.

<p>Ladan Osman [Somalia] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

It continues to evolve as a cultural heritage of all humanity.

<p>World literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

THE GLOBAL LITERARY CONNECTION By studying these diverse voices, we gain insight into different perspectives, experiences, and artistic expressions that enrich our understanding of the _______.

<p>human condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

THE GLOBAL LITERARY CONNECTION

As we've seen through authors like Murakami, Coetzee, and Shua, contemporary literature transcends geographical boundaries while maintaining ____________.

<p>Cultural distinctiveness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

As we've seen through authors like Murakami, Coetzee, and Shua, contemporary literature transcends geographical boundaries while maintaining cultural distinctiveness. Their works help us appreciate _______________.

<p>both our differences and our shared humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The continued exchange of literary ideas across borders ensures that __________ remains a vibrant, evolving tapestry that reflects our collective experience and imagination.

<p>world literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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