Essayist
Essayist
An Essayist (/ˈɛseɪ.ɪst/) is a writer who produces essays. Essays are short pieces of writing that often deal with a personal point of view. The term 'essayist' is derived from the French word 'essayer', which means 'to try' or 'to attempt'.
History
The genre of essay writing began in the 16th century with the French writer Michel de Montaigne. He is often considered the first essayist as his book, 'Essais', contained two short subjective pieces of writing. Since then, the genre has evolved and expanded, with many notable essayists contributing to its development.
Notable Essayists
Some notable essayists include Ralph Waldo Emerson, Virginia Woolf, and George Orwell. These writers have made significant contributions to the genre through their unique styles and perspectives.
Related Terms
- Author: An author is a person who writes books or articles, usually for publication. An essayist is a type of author.
- Columnist: A columnist is a person who writes for publication in a series, creating an article that usually offers commentary and opinions.
- Journalist: A journalist is a person who writes news stories or articles for a newspaper or magazine or broadcasts them on radio or television.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Essayist
- Wikipedia's article - Essayist
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