Ogborn, Jane
Satire (Cambridge Contexts in Literature)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521787918
- author:
- Ogborn, Jane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 153 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- Literary Collections / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Satire: A Critical Guide
This collection of critical introductions explores various literary topics and genres, including satire. Satire aims to expose human hypocrisy, vice, and folly, making it a relevant and thought-provoking subject for readers at any time. The book delves into the social and political circumstances that underpin satire, providing a deeper understanding of this complex literary form. The volume includes text extracts from notable authors such as Jonathan Swift, Alexander Pope, Lord Byron, E.E. Cummings, and Evelyn Waugh, offering insight into the evolution of satire over time. By examining these works in context, readers can gain a richer understanding of the purpose and significance of satire in literature.Related Products
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