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Essay (fr. essai - attempt, sample, essay, college-paper.org review) - literary genre, a small prose essay up to 25 pages and sometimes more, free composition, implying the author's impressions and thoughts on a particular issue or subject.
The main feature of the genre is a philosophical, journalistic beginning and a free manner of narration. The essay is characterized by such features as imagery, sharpness and abstractness of thought, as well as the installation of intimate frankness.
In simple words, the essay represents various impressions and observations of the author who recalls them for one reason or another. In this way it is a short essay-reflection. The essayist, in a simple manner, shares with the reader life experiences and topics of concern to him and the public.
Types of essays
The essay is divided into several types:
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Essay outline (structure)
The main feature of the genre is a philosophical, journalistic beginning and a free manner of narration. The essay is characterized by such features as imagery, sharpness and abstractness of thought, as well as the installation of intimate frankness.
In simple words, the essay represents various impressions and observations of the author who recalls them for one reason or another. In this way it is a short essay-reflection. The essayist, in a simple manner, shares with the reader life experiences and topics of concern to him and the public.
Types of essays
The essay is divided into several types:
- literary-critical;
- historical;
- philosophical;
- spiritual and religious.
Related Resources:
Essay writing tips and common mistakes
How to recognize an essay
What is an essay?
Essay outline (structure)