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Classical Satire Function - cover

Classical Satire Function

Harriet Bookman

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Casa editrice: Publifye

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Classical Satire Function explores how ancient Roman satirists like Juvenal and Horace used humor as a potent tool for political critique and social commentary. These writers dissected the intricacies of Roman society, from political intrigue to moral decay, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities inherent in using satire to shape public opinion. Roman satire served as a powerful means to challenge authority and expose societal ills. This book examines key techniques such as irony and parody, revealing how satire was employed to target individuals, institutions, and societal norms.

 
The book is structured in three parts, beginning with an introduction to satire's development in Roman literature. It then undertakes a detailed analysis of Horace's urbane approach and Juvenal's fiery indignation. By understanding the socio-political contexts that shaped these satirists, readers gain a deeper appreciation of satire's function in contemporary society.

 
The book argues that despite their different approaches, both Juvenal and Horace understood satire's power to provoke thought and effect social change, offering timeless lessons about humor's role in public discourse.
Disponibile da: 05/05/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 59 pagine.

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