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Can literature be separated from its historical or cultural context?
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Selected thesis
Literature can be separated from its historical or cultural context.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
Literature can often be appreciated on a purely aesthetic level.
Pro claim 2
Many works of literature explore universal themes and human experiences.
Con claim 1
It is impossible to fully understand a work's political and social commentary without understanding its historic context.
Con claim 2
Cultural references and symbolism often contribute a great deal to a work's overall meaning.