👉 Non-representationalism is a philosophical and literary theory that posits that literature, art, and other forms of artistic expression are not inherently representational. This means that they do not reflect or reproduce reality as accurately as works of actual representation, such as paintings, sculptures, or photography. Non-representationalists argue that the complexity and ambiguity of human experience makes it difficult for readers to understand what is being conveyed through the medium of art. They suggest that art should be seen as a form