Why is it important to learn literature?

Surely Funke: Why is it important to learn literature?
I agree that it is important, but I want to hear what people who study literature have to say. What makes literature important for everyone to learn in school?

Answers and Views:

Answer by Joseph the Second
Because it actually EXPANDS Ones thought process… It’s “Intellectual Exercise…” -The MORE well written Literature we READ, the BETTER Our Understanding of HOW the World “works”- gets !!! And the MORE you KNOW- the MORE Answers you have to Share- towards making the World a BETTER Place for Yourself & Others…. 🙂

Answer by Andrew L
The literature of a country is part of its heritage. It’s as important for you to be in touch with your country’s heritage, as it is to keep in touch with your family and relatives.

We study Shakespeare, because he has something important to say about human nature, the human condition, but also because it is written in very beautiful language. The story of Romeo and Juliet is a timeless story, which has evoked a response in every generation since it was written.

We respond to literature in an emotional or intellectual way. The more we are exposed, the more we respond. Studying literature also exercises our brains, and makes us think for ourselves.

Answer by Don
Literature is one of the facets of knowledge, which is the key to unlocking the universe.