Scope of Literature What do you think is the scope of literature? I'm interested in different definitions.

One of the
critical components that help to define literature is the idea of being able to address the
dilemma posed by Leo Tolstoy.  The Russian writer made the argument that literature fails if it
cannot answer the two fundamental questions: Who we are and how shall we live.  These two
questions, he argues, helps to drive all literature and should be the guiding principles upon
which all literature is based.  It is with these two questions that I think that the scope of
literature must be present.  The idea is that all literature must seek to answer both
fundamental questions, offering potential paths which allow individuals to ruminate and ponder. 
The implications of both questions help to carve out the scope and power of
literature.