10 Interesting Fact About Classical Literature

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• Classical literary works are often an inspiration for other works of art, such as music, dance, and film.
• Many classical literary works written in Greek and Latin, and are still being studied today.
• Classical literary books often contain moral messages that can be applied in everyday life.
• Some classical literary works such as Iliad and Odyssey by Homer, are still compulsory reading material in schools around the world.
• Shakespeare, one of the famous writers in classical literature, created more than 1,700 words in English.
• Some classical literary works such as The Canterbury Tales by Chaucer, written in ancient English that are different from modern English.
• Many characters in classical literature are iconic and are still known today, such as Romeo and Juliet, Sherlock Holmes, and Dracula.
• Many classical literary works that tell about life and culture in the past, so that it can provide insight into history.
• Some classical literary works also contain mystical or supernatural elements, such as stories about gods in Greek mythology.
• Classical literary works are often adapted into films or stage drama, so that it can be a pleasant entertainment for the audience.