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To what early time period does Essay-like forms of literature date back?
English and American settlers
Romans and Greeks
English and American settlers
Romans and Greeks
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Essay-like forms of literature can be traced back to ancient times, particularly with the works of the Greeks and Romans. The earliest examples of essay-like writing are often attributed to philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and later, the Roman philosopher Seneca. However, the formal essay as a distinct genre is most closely associated with Michel de Montaigne, who published his "Essays" in the late 16th century, specifically in 1580.
In comparison, English and American settlers contributed to the development of essay forms in later periods. While they may have engaged in various forms of writing, including reflections and journals, the established essay genre primarily developed after Montaigne's influence.
Thus, while essay-like forms can be traced back to the Greeks and Romans, the formal essay as we recognize it emerged significantly later, primarily in the Renaissance period with Montaigne.
In comparison, English and American settlers contributed to the development of essay forms in later periods. While they may have engaged in various forms of writing, including reflections and journals, the established essay genre primarily developed after Montaigne's influence.
Thus, while essay-like forms can be traced back to the Greeks and Romans, the formal essay as we recognize it emerged significantly later, primarily in the Renaissance period with Montaigne.
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The early time period of essay-like forms of literature can be traced back to the **Greeks and Romans**. While the formal essay genre was later established by Michel de Montaigne in the late 16th century, the roots of essay-like writing originated in antiquity with philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, and Seneca.