The Augustan Age in British literature is marked by satire and political critique, with figures like Alexander Pope and Jonathan Swift at the forefront. This era saw the rise of the novel, the essay, and the political magazine, reflecting the Enlightenment's values of reason and empirical evidence. Neoclassicism's influence on art and the emergence of individualism in poetry also characterize this period, setting the stage for Romanticism.
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Satire is a literary form that uses wit, irony, and exaggeration to criticize and ridicule societal norms and the ruling elite
Use of Satire in Literature
Augustan writers used satire as a weapon to deliver incisive political commentary, which was made more accessible to a wider audience through the expansion of print culture
Examples of Satirical Works
Authors like Jonathan Swift and Henry Fielding used satire in works such as "Gulliver's Travels" and "Pamela" to critique social and political issues
The Augustan Age saw a rise in the popularity of satire, which reflected the period's focus on reason and rational thought
The Augustan Age saw the novel emerge as a major literary form, with works like Daniel Defoe's "Robinson Crusoe" becoming seminal works
The period also saw the rise of the essay and political magazine, with publications like The Spectator offering sharp social observations
The Augustan Age's focus on empirical evidence and rational thought led to the popularity of reference works and philosophical treatises, reflecting the intellectual currents of the time
Neoclassicism sought to emulate the principles of classical art and literature, while the Enlightenment emphasized empirical evidence and scientific inquiry
The Neoclassical movement and the Enlightenment had a significant influence on various artistic domains, including literature
The Augustan Age's literature and culture were greatly influenced by the emphasis on reason, individualism, and empirical knowledge brought about by Neoclassicism and the Enlightenment
Augustan poetry is characterized by its satirical tone and exploration of individualism and subjectivity
The introspective trend in poetry during the Augustan Age set the stage for the Romantic movement, which built upon these themes
Despite facing censorship, satirical plays like "The Beggar's Opera" and "Tom Thumb" achieved popularity, reflecting the public's appetite for social and political commentary
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The ______ Age is a key period in British literature, especially noted for the rise of satire, and is associated with the early to mid-18th century.
Augustan
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Significance of 'Gulliver's Travels' in Augustan satire
Swift's work critiques society and politics through fantastical voyages, exemplifying Augustan satire.
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Henry Fielding's satirical technique
Fielding parodies popular novels, like 'Pamela', to satirize contemporary morals and literature.
