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The document discusses the various types and purposes of nonfiction writing. It covers genres such as journalism, essays, personal narratives like diaries and memoirs, as well as biographies and autobiographies. Some key points are that nonfiction writing is about real people, places and events, and can include facts as well as opinions. Readers should be critical and consider the writer's background, purpose, attitude and intended audience. The different genres and types of nonfiction each have their own characteristics and purposes.
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