The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope (Vol. 1&2): Complete EditionAlexander Pope's 'The Poetical Works' is a collection of poetry spanning across two volumes, showcasing his mastery of the heroic couplet and his witty satirical style. Pope's works are often seen as a reflection of the social and political climate of 18th century England, making him a prominent figure in the Augustan Age of Literature. Through his sharp critiques and keen observations, Pope addresses various themes such as human nature, morality, and the role of the artist in society. Alexander Pope, known for his exceptional poetic skill and enduring influence on English literature, drew inspiration from his own struggles with illness and deformity to create works that continue to resonate with readers today. His ability to blend refined language with satire and social commentary set him apart as one of the greatest poets of his time. I highly recommend 'The Poetical Works of Alexander Pope' to any reader interested in exploring the depths of English poetry and the wit of a literary genius. Pope's timeless verses are sure to captivate and provoke thought, making this collection a must-read for all lovers of classic literature. |
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... satire. Her personal experiences in the Hampshire countryside and the social conventions to which she was exposed undoubtedly influenced her writing, rendering her female protagonists as complex characters bridging autonomy and societal ...
... satire. Her personal experiences in the Hampshire countryside and the social conventions to which she was exposed undoubtedly influenced her writing, rendering her female protagonists as complex characters bridging autonomy and societal ...
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... RESPECT TO SOCIETY. EPISTLE IV. HAPPINESS. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO EPISTLE TO DR ARBUTHNOT; OR, PROLOGUE TO THE SATIRES. ADVERTISEMENT . SATIRES AND EPISTLES OF HORACE IMITATED . ADVERTISEMENT.
... RESPECT TO SOCIETY. EPISTLE IV. HAPPINESS. — OF THE NATURE AND STATE OF MAN WITH RESPECT TO EPISTLE TO DR ARBUTHNOT; OR, PROLOGUE TO THE SATIRES. ADVERTISEMENT . SATIRES AND EPISTLES OF HORACE IMITATED . ADVERTISEMENT.
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... SATIRE VI . THE FIRST PART IMITATED IN THE YEAR 1714 , BY DR SWIFT ; THE LATTER PART ADDED AFTERWARDS . BOOK IV . ODE I. TO VENUS . PART OF THE NINTH ODE OF THE FOURTH BOOK . THE SATIRES OF DR JOHN DONNE , DEAN OF ST PAUL'S , VERSIFIED ...
... SATIRE VI . THE FIRST PART IMITATED IN THE YEAR 1714 , BY DR SWIFT ; THE LATTER PART ADDED AFTERWARDS . BOOK IV . ODE I. TO VENUS . PART OF THE NINTH ODE OF THE FOURTH BOOK . THE SATIRES OF DR JOHN DONNE , DEAN OF ST PAUL'S , VERSIFIED ...
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... satirical piece on Elkanah Settle, and some of his translations and imitations. His next period, he says, was in Windsor Forest, where for several years he did nothing but read the classics and indite poetry. He wrote a tragedy, a ...
... satirical piece on Elkanah Settle, and some of his translations and imitations. His next period, he says, was in Windsor Forest, where for several years he did nothing but read the classics and indite poetry. He wrote a tragedy, a ...
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... writing the famous character of his rival, afterwards inserted in the Prologue to the Satires—a portrait drawn with the perfection of polished malice and bitter sarcasm, but which seems more a caricature than a likeness . Whatever ...
... writing the famous character of his rival, afterwards inserted in the Prologue to the Satires—a portrait drawn with the perfection of polished malice and bitter sarcasm, but which seems more a caricature than a likeness . Whatever ...
Contents
AN ESSAY ON CRITICISM | |
PART I | |
503 modesty ver 566 goodbreeding ver 572 sincerity | |
WRITTEN IN THE YEAR MDCCIX | |
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