Legends Overview

Legends

• A legend is a narrative about humans, often heroic figures, intertwined with magic or supernatural events.
• Legends blend fact and fiction, evolving over time through oral traditions.
• Key aspects include being historical or believed to be based on real events, often exaggerated in retelling.
• Example: "Sleepy Hollow" as a classic legend.

Sequence Words

• Sequence words indicate the order of events in narratives, aiding clarity and coherence.
• Types of sequence words:
  • Beginning words (e.g., First, To begin, Originally) mark the start of a sequence.
  • Middle words (e.g., Then, Next, After that) indicate continuation between beginning and end.
  • End words (e.g., Last, Finally, Ultimately) signify the conclusion or final step in a sequence.

Collocations

• Collocations are common word combinations that flow naturally in language.
• They can involve various parts of speech (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs).
• Examples include:
  • Verb + noun: Take a break, Catch a cold.
  • Verb + adverb: Work hard, Wait patiently.
  • Adjective + noun: Heavy rain, Bright future.

Fantasy

• Fantasy is a literary genre characterized by magical and supernatural elements that are not present in reality.
• Modern fantasy emerged in the 19th century, following European romances with fantastical aspects.
• Key authors: George MacDonald, J.R.R. Tolkien, Lewis Carroll, Edgar Allan Poe.
• Common themes include Good vs. Evil, heroism, tradition versus change, and individual versus society.

Subgenres of Fantasy

• High/Epic Fantasy: Set in a fully realized magical world with complex heroes.
• Low Fantasy: Incorporates magical elements in a realistic setting.
• Magical Realism: Blends fantastical elements with realistic acceptance.
• Sword and Sorcery: Focuses on heroes wielding swords in magical settings.
• Dark Fantasy: Merges fantasy with horror elements.
• Fables: Short stories with moral lessons featuring anthropomorphic characters.
• Fairy Tales: Children’s stories in magical realms featuring supernatural beings.
• Superhero Fiction: Focuses on characters with supernatural powers rather than scientific origins.

Distinction of Genres

• Fantasy relies on supernatural elements with no scientific basis.
• Science Fiction involves technology or plausible future scenarios.
• Horror emphasizes mood and fear, creating unsettling atmospheres.

Examples of Fantasy Literature

• "Alice in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll
• "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien
• "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling
• "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel García Márquez

Novels

• A novel is a lengthy prose narrative focusing on human experiences.
• Key characteristics include its prose format, substantial length, and emphasis on individual perspectives.
• Historical development dates back to the 1010s, gaining popularity in the 17th century.
• Novels are structured in chapters with possible non-linear timelines and multiple perspectives.

Types of Novels

• Mystery: Crime-solving narratives featuring detectives.
• Science Fiction/Fantasy: Stories set in speculative worlds.
• Horror/Thriller: Focus on fear and suspense.
• Romance: Love stories with optimistic conclusions.
• Historical Fiction: Set against real historical contexts.
• Realist Fiction: Realistic depictions of life and society.

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Explore the fascinating world of legends, including their definitions and characteristics. These stories often encapsulate elements of truth, magic, and cultural history, highlighting real individuals transformed into heroic figures. Discover how legends, like Sleepy Hollow, have been shaped over time.