Relating to or denoting literary works written in the form of letters, diary entries, or other documents. This narrative technique creates intimacy and authenticity by presenting the story through personal correspondence or private writings.
From Latin 'epistolaris,' from 'epistola' meaning letter, derived from Greek 'epistole.' The epistolary novel emerged in the 18th century with works like Richardson's 'Pamela,' becoming a popular way to create realistic, intimate narratives.
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