Literature vs. Other Fiction

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What is considered to be in the category of Literature?

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It's sort of a gray area between them. AI says

Overview

Literature is a broad term encompassing all written and spoken creative works, including both fiction and non-fiction. Fiction, on the other hand, is a specific type of literature that deals with imaginary events and characters. Essentially, all fiction is literature, but not all literature is fiction; literature also includes non-fiction works like essays, biographies, and historical accounts.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Literature:
A broad term encompassing all written and spoken creative works.
Includes fiction (novels, short stories, plays, etc.) and non-fiction (essays, biographies, historical accounts, etc.).
Often associated with high-quality, enduring works, but can also encompass genre fiction.
May include a wide range of styles, themes, and purposes.
Fiction:
A specific type of literature that deals with invented or imagined events and characters.
Can be further categorized into genres like fantasy, science fiction, romance, mystery, etc.
Often focuses on storytelling and entertainment, but can also explore deeper themes and social issues.
Can be found in various forms like novels, short stories, plays, and even poetry.

In essence, the relationship is hierarchical:
Literature: is the umbrella term.
Fiction: is a specific category within that umbrella.
Think of it this way: if you're reading a novel, it's both fiction and literature. If you're reading a history book, it's literature but not fiction.