Studying Modern Literarure

Some people think that at school students do not study enough

modern authors and modern literature.

   No doubt that modern literature has become very popular nowadays.

More and more people buy a huge variety of books written by modern

authors. Nevertheless, some people are sure that students do not

spend enough time on studying it.

   In my view, classical literature is much more important for students.

First of all, it is a good way of mental stimulation. It forces people to

think about the highest values and qualities. Secondly, it helps people

to become well-rounded and more intelligent. What is more, if a person
 studies novels written by Tolstoy, Chekhov or Shakespeare he will
 probably know the history and culture of countries where these authors
 lived.
   However, some people think that modern literature is rarely studied 
at school. They also think that it is more important to read books of 
modern authors as it is usually much more interesting and enjoyable.
   I cannot agree with them. To my mind, reading classical books can 
give great pleasure to its readers. Modern books have only an interesting 
content while classical literature shows spiritual values and changes 
people's life.

   In conclusion, I am convinced that students should not study modern

literature a lot at schools. Knowing classical ones can be much more 
important and significant.