Write 300–500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

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Subgenres of Nonfiction

Nonfiction is literature that is based on real people and events. Often, the author wants to inform the reader of a specific historical figure or event. Narrative devices, tone, and content determine the classification of the various literary genres. Complete the following for this assignment: (Please click on the link below)

1. Conduct a search using this Web site to find examples of memoirs, biographies, or autobiographies, and choose 1 to use for this assignment. 
2. Read the first few pages. Post responses to each of the following questions: 
   • What is the title of the work you selected, and who is the author? 
   • After skimming through this title, what do you know about the subject of this book? 
   • Is the piece informative, persuasive, or descriptive? Support your answer with a short excerpt from the text. 
   • Does the author include information about his or her ethnicity, gender, age, or religion? 
     • If so, how does that inform his or her point of view? 
     • If not, why do you think the author chose to withhold that information