Literary attribution refers to the process of identifying the author of a particular work of literature. This can involve analyzing writing style, themes, and historical context to determine who created a text. Accurate attribution is important for understanding the significance of a work and its place in literary history. Attribution can also involve debates over authorship, especially in cases where multiple candidates are proposed for a single work. Famous examples include the works attributed to William Shakespeare and the Stratfordian versus Anti-Stratfordian theories. Such discussions highlight the complexities of literary history and the importance of evidence in establishing authorship.