A brief paper that argues both sides of an issue: whether classical literature should be studied in school. It also discusses how classical literature can effect popular culture. Includes an outline.

Classic Literature
Many people believe that our classic literature is not important in our society. They think that there are no important or relevant themes in classic literature and since most people don't read them, classics have little effect on our culture. There is also the alternate view that classical literature should be preserved and taught because that is part of our heritage and should not be forgotten. In this essay, I am going to argue that classical literature is important much the same way that history is. It leaves lasting impressions that prevent us from simply repe…