ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -The preface is an introduction to a book or other literary work by the author and the Prologue marks the starting point of the story by building up the background of the context.

Detailed explanation-2: -An introduction, which is most often used in academic and non-fiction works, differs from a prologue in that it offers the author’s viewpoint. Introductions are often more formal and structured, and they include: A summary of the main topic and/or argument. Definitions of important terms.

Detailed explanation-3: -A preface is written by the author and tells readers how and why the book came into being. An introduction introduces readers to the main topics of the manuscript and prepares readers for what they can expect.

Detailed explanation-4: -What Is a Prologue? A prologue is a piece of writing found at the beginning of a literary work, before the first chapter and separate from the main story.

Detailed explanation-5: -A preface (/ˈprɛfəs/) or proem (/ˈproʊɛm/) is an introduction to a book or other literary work written by the work’s author. An introductory essay written by a different person is a foreword and precedes an author’s preface. The preface often closes with acknowledgments of those who assisted in the literary work.