What is the difference between pre-Qin literature and later literature such as Tang and Song literature, Yuan, Ming and Qing literature?

The main difference lies in literary style.

The main achievements of pre-Qin literature lie in poetry and prose. Literature in Tang and Song Dynasties is characterized by the all-round development of poetry, literature, novels and ci. Literature in Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties is mainly manifested in the prosperity of novels and popular literature.

The pre-Qin period is the period of China literature, and the pre-Qin literature is the source of China literature. Refers to the literature in the pre-Qin historical period, which experienced the initial formation period of primitive society, slave society and feudal society. The literature of Tang and Song Dynasties occupies an important position in the history of China literature development. In the long river of China culture, Tang and Song poetry became the typical representative of China ancient literature. Literature in Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties is the last important period of the development of ancient literature in China. The biggest feature of this period is the popularization and popularization of literature.