Non-fiction, fiction, drama, and poetry are four distinct literary genres with distinct similarities and differences. For this final analysis of literary genres, select one work from each literary genre.
Compare and contrast the four works and list the ways in which these works are alike and different.
Analyze the approach of each author as well as the content of each piece.
How were they the same and how were they different?
How effective was the author in his or her approach to the topic of each piece?
Imagine that each of these works covered the same topic. How do you think the author of each work would approach that topic?