Ekirjallisuuden

E-kirjallisuuden, or digital literature, refers to literary works that are created, published, and consumed electronically. This form of literature has emerged with the widespread adoption of digital technologies and the internet.

E-kirjallisuuden can take many forms, including interactive fiction, multimedia poetry, and hypertext novels. These works often blur the lines between author, reader, and text, allowing for a more active and participatory experience. The use of digital media also allows for the incorporation of sound, image, and other multimedia elements, expanding the possibilities of literary expression.

One of the key characteristics of e-kirjallisuuden is its affinity for hypertextuality, which enables readers to navigate through non-linear structures and linkages between different texts or elements. This can lead to a more dynamic and complex understanding of the narrative or poem.

The benefits of e-kirjallisuuden include increased accessibility, flexibility, and reusability of the text. E-kirjallisuuden works can be easily updated or modified, and can be distributed and accessed through various digital platforms.

However, e-kirjallisuuden also raises concerns regarding copyright, copyright infringement, and ownership of digital creations. As digital technologies continue to evolve, it is essential to establish legal frameworks and guidelines that acknowledge and regulate e-kirjallisuuden.

Some notable examples of e-kirjallisuuden include Michael Joyce's "afternoon, a story" (1990), a hypertext novel, and George P. Landow's "Hypertext" (1992), which provides a comprehensive study of hypertextuality. These works represent early experiments in digital literature and have paved the way for more recent developments in the field.