Non-fiction

Non-fiction

Non-fiction (pronounced /nɒnˈfɪkʃən/) is a genre of literature that is based on facts, real events, and real people, such as biography or history. It is often contrasted with fiction, which is based on imaginative narration.

Etymology

The term "non-fiction" has been in use since the late 19th century and is derived from the Latin word "non", meaning "not", and the Old French word "ficion", meaning "something invented or imagined".

Related Terms

• Biography: A detailed description or account of a person's life.
• History: The study of past events, particularly in human affairs.
• Autobiography: An account of a person's life written by that person.
• Essay: A short piece of writing on a particular subject.
• Journalism: The activity or profession of writing for newspapers, magazines, or news websites or preparing news to be broadcast.
• Documentary: A movie or a television or radio program that provides a factual record or report.

See Also

• Fiction
• Literature
• Genre

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