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===Arts and Literature=== | ===Arts and Literature=== | ||
Takatta Loa has a rich literary tradition, with history of literacy dating back roughly 1,300 years. As such, the primary mode of artistic expression throughout the ages has been through poetry and novels. Literature in Takatta Loa is generally divided into time periods; Palatial literature dating to the Palatial Era of Polynesian civilization from around 700 to 1000 CE, Early Medieval literature dating to 1000-1200 CE, Middle and Late Medieval literature dating to 1200-1500 CE, Pre-Conquest literature dating to 1500-1700 CE, Early Imperial literature dating 1700-1830 CE, Late Imperial and Imperial Collapse literature dating to 1830-1900 and finally modern literature dating to after the 1900s. Early Polynesian works tend to by mythological epics with an intense focus on relationships with nature. Few of these works survive in the modern day, being lost during the medieval age. The Medieval Ages themselves show a more sophisticated development of literature, with a focus on historical or fictional novels. [[The Tale of Karama E]] is the most widely known example of early medieval novels, focused on the sexual exploits of Karama E who was a swordsmith that lived on the border of the free Polynesian states and the [[Vallos|Undecimvirates]]. The fall of the Undecimvirates is a major aspect of the later works, often focusing on the heros or villains of the period and various retellings of battles and wars that emerged during the time. The [[Epic of Ngarata]] is an 800,000 word epic focused on the fall of the city of Ngarata. The primary hallmarks of late Polynesian and Loa literature tend to be lamentations and focus on both inner experience and outward alienation. Loa civilization is founded on the Loa Imperial Conquest and the nationalization period of Loafication, both of which resulted in the deaths of millions and the near genocide of the mainland Polynesians through either war or more commonly assimilation into a national identity. As such, much of contemporary and early modern Loa literature is commonly described as 'mournful' or 'bitter' by Occidentals due to themes of loss and tragedy being very common, often used as an allegory for how deeply these historical events still penetrate Loa culture by exploring how violence manifests in daily life. Although humorous works are fairly common, they are often tinged with this sense of bitterness and are often satirical criticizations of current or past events, such as the famous [[Haunted Herald]] by Seranda'a. Loa religion and culture also deeply values inner experience, believing it is only through a unique personal experience that one can know the divine. As such, many works are often contemplative and meant as meditative works. Prominent examples include [[Descent into Non-Reality]] by Kalaroai, or the Books of Ecdysis. The former focuses on the author's detachment from her earthly body and her role as a royal attendant, and explores the many attempts she made to "escape [her] skin", often to bloody means. | |||
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