English Verse Satire 1590-1765

English Verse Satire is a critical study of the major English verse satirists and their historical development, offering critical accounts of important writers from the Elizabethan period to the end of the Augustan period. It emphasizes tradition, continuity, and innovation, making it an interesting read for scholars of English literature.

Format: Hardback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 30 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in 1978, English Verse Satire is a comprehensive and critical exploration of the major English verse satirists and the historical development of verse satire. Spanning several centuries, the book offers in-depth critical assessments of influential writers such as John Donne, Edmund Spenser, William Butler, John Dryden, Thomas Oldham, Jonathan Swift, Alexander Pope, John Milton, William Wordsworth, Samuel Johnson, and Winston Churchill.

The historical account of verse satire begins with the Roman satirists and Dr. Selden's substantial treatment of Horace and Juvenal serves as a foundation for studying the evolution of verse satire from the Elizabethan period to the end of the Augustan period. A distinctive aspect of this book is its emphasis on tradition, continuity, and innovation.

For scholars of English literature, English Verse Satire provides a valuable and engaging resource, offering insights into the rich tapestry of English verse satire and its historical significance.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032527444