Impact Of Evolving Technology On Literature

3 Apr

Authors: Ms. Rekha Dixit

Abstract: Living in 21st century, we are witnessing rapidly evolving technology. It is occupying the pivotal place in the lives of the people. Every new day some new technology might be introduced so remaining intact is impossible today. The technological advancement is affecting the scenario of the whole world. New trends in technology are shaping the future of the generation. In such an expeditious time literature cannot remain unaffected. Literature is said to be the mirror of the society, it displays the impressions of technology on it. But at present sometimes it appears that it is not completely successful to cope up with the rapid technological advancement. Some most advanced relevant technologies that are showing their effects on the literature of the time can be counted Generative AI, Virtual reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) Voice-Activated Technology, Automated Speech Recognition (ASR) Synthetic Media, and Advanced Robotics. Literature is one of the oldest methods of recreation and production of creativity. In twentieth century film and media also become part of literature. In twenty first century, social media has begun to play role in shaping literature. Now the advancement of technology are influencing the literature and compelling to broaden the scope and redefining the literary perspective. These technological advancements are producing some challenges as well as have many possibility of literary advancement. The use of evolving technology in the field of literature is paving the path of experiment to make literature suitable according to the need of the time. It is well known that whatever does not change with time ceases to exist. Therefore acceptance of technology in literature is necessary though there are some challenges in doing so. A balanced and compatible development of literature with technology is need of the age.

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