An Essay on Satire, Particularly on the Dunciad by Walter Harte
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"An Essay on Satire, Particularly on the Dunciad" by Walter Harte is a critical exploration of the nature and significance of satire, particularly focusing on Alexander Pope’s mock-epic poem, "The Dunciad." Written in the early 18th century, during the Augustan period, the book delves into the moral and aesthetic dimensions of satire, countering contemporary critiques that considered it a lower form of poetry. Harte argues for the elevated status of satire, seeking
to validate its role in social commentary and moral instruction, while also celebrating its artistic merit. In this essay, Harte defends Pope against various criticisms that have been levied at his work, particularly the claim that "The Dunciad" demeans the epic genre and lowers the dignity of poetry. He highlights how satire functions not merely as ridicule but as a means of moral reflection, capable of illuminating vice and advocating for virtue. By tracing the lineage of satire from ancient to modern practitioners, Harte emphasizes its importance in artistic expression and societal critique. Ultimately, he positions "The Dunciad" as a sophisticated blend of epic and satire, asserting that this work is a significant contribution to both genres, deserving of recognition and respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Harte, Walter, 1709-1774 |
|---|---|
| Title | An Essay on Satire, Particularly on the Dunciad |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Stephanie Eason, Joseph Cooper, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Pope, Alexander, 1688-1744. Dunciad |
| Subject | Verse satire, English -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29237 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29237-3 |
| Release Date | Jun 25, 2009 |
| Last Update | Nov 29, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 250 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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