First published in 1970, this work explores the literary genre of satire. After identifying the definitive aspects of satire, it goes on to examine the subjects which can be susceptible to satire, the modes and means of satire, the tone of satire and the satirist's relationship with the reader. In doing so, it introduces the reader to a number of key satirical writers such as Geoffrey Chaucer, Jonathan Swift, John Dryden, Samuel Johnson and Henry Fielding.
This book presents a comprehensive overview the genre and provides a useful starting point for those wishing to further study satirical literature.
- ISBN10 1138231924
- ISBN13 9781138231924
- Publish Date 10 July 2017 (first published 14 May 1970)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Imprint Routledge
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 94
- Language English