Correspondence book

A correspondence book is a literary work constructed in the form of letters, diary entries, or messages between characters. This format is also called the * epistolary genre *. It appeared in ancient times and was especially popular in the XVIII-XIX centuries.

Genre features

1. Authenticity - letters create the illusion of reality, as if the reader himself is peeping into someone else's correspondence.
2. Psychologism - characters are revealed through personal thoughts and experiences.
3. The atmosphere of the era - the style of writing reflects the culture, norms of communication and the spirit of the times.

Benefits for the reader

The ability to look at events from different points of view.
Deep immersion in the inner world of heroes.
Emotional intimacy: Letters communicate feelings and experiences directly.

Notable examples

* The Suffering of Young Werther by Johann W. Goethe is one of the most striking works of the epistolary genre.
* Chauderlos de Laclos's Dangerous Liaisons is a novel of love and intrigue built entirely on letters.
In Russian literature - the story of N. Karamzin * "Poor Lisa" *, as well as letters in the novels of F. Dostoevsky.

Modern format

Today, traditional letters have been replaced by emails and chats. Some modern authors create books in the format of correspondence by e-mail or in instant messengers, which makes the genre closer to a new generation.

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