Prose and Poetry

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Prose : can be defined as a form of written language that adheres to the natural flow of speech,

utilizing ordinary grammar, structure, and writing conventions.

Poetry : also known as verse, is a type of literature that incorporates aesthetic and rhythmic
qualities of language, employing symbolism, sound, and meter to evoke meaning.

Prose and poetry are both prevalent forms of literature that share similarities in terms of
language, structure, content, and purpose.

Difference Difference

Prose is characterized by its use of Poetry is an art form that employs


straightforward. rhythmical composition to stimulate

It was written or spoken in its ordinary imagination and provoke elevated

form without metrical structure. thoughts.

• Novel • Lyricism

• Manual • Paradox

• Scientific paper • Use of literary devices

Similarities

They both serve as outlets for


creative expression.

prose can occasionally exhibit


poetic elements whereas poetry
rarely adopts a prosaic style.
Fiction : Encompasses any form of creative and narrative work that portrays imaginary
individuals, events, or places.

Fiction encompasses written narratives in prose.

Non-fiction : Refers to documents or media content that earnestly aims to convey information
solely about the real world, without any basis in imagination.

Non-fiction typically presents topics objectively, relying on historical, scientific, and empirical
information.

Therefore, fiction and nonfiction are two distinct categories of prose that employ different
narrative techniques.

Difference Difference

Fiction although it may resemble the real Non-fiction writing is expected to be

world, is a product of imagination and devoid of any fiction, as the credibility

did not occur in reality. of the writer relies on the truthfulness of


the story.
Involved storytelling – imagination
Non-fiction is grounded in real people,
Fiction is writing that is invented or
events, and places, as it revolves around
created in the mind.
factual information.

Similarities

Both literature and written work exhibit


similarities in their form.

They both serve as mediums for


storytelling or providing information.

In both cases, there is a narrative report of


a story or event presented.
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