/lit/ - Literature

I don't believe good writing exists because there is no criteria for it. There is no formula, no guiding principle. I have read multiple articles to figure it out and even asked people. It's just hunches. Prove me wrong?

How do you judge writing? How come some books are considered masterful and genius whilst others aren't? How do I know if I wrote something good?

What is the most technical writing ever? Besides Joyce. It doesn't have to be a particular book, even a compilation or reference book can do.

How was Whitehead retroactively refuted? What should I read to refute my idea that God is unknown and trying to make himself known through temporal participation?

What's the best imagery in literature? Especially poetry. Post excerpts.

What book compiles ancient wisdom together? Nothing 'techincal', but like a collection of quotes, aphorisms and stories.

Are their any philosophers that disagree with the law of attraction? I am extremely paranoid that my stupid thoughts might be influencing my reality on a metaphysical level.

Please tell me at least 1 book that lists wordplay. Like a reference book but for wordplay. I've looked everywhere and it just comes up with childrens books. I want a list of wordplay in general or wordplay used in literature.

Are their any books that collect aphorisms, metaphors and wisdom teachings through the ancient world that I could read? Something highly accesible. Like if you were to teach a child the iliad.

What are THE greatest books ever written? I'm not talking about fame, but quality. I was thinking to read Shakespeare but he wrote plays that were to be performed. I want to read the best so I get an idea of good writing.

What is the best language to think philosophically in? I feel like English is holding me back due to ambiguity and needing to reach for words that aren't always present in my mind. I'm thinking Greek.