The main reason for the popularity of ancient literature was due to the changes in history, society, politics, economy and other factors, as well as the changes in people's lifestyle and ideas. The ancient literature gradually changed from the original elegant art to the folk, and gradually became a popular cultural form for the people. With the development of society and the improvement of people's living standards, the demand for literature also changed. The ancient literature genre gradually lost its original literary value and gradually developed in the direction of entertainment, oral, and easy to understand. These changes made the ancient literature genre closer to the lives of the people, closer to reality, and easier to be accepted and understood by the public. In addition, the popularity of ancient literature was also related to social changes, cultural exchanges and other factors. With the change of times, the forms of literature have been constantly changing, and the ancient literature genre has gradually lost its original status. In order to adapt to the new social needs and cultural atmosphere, it has gradually developed in the direction of easy to understand.