An Essay Towards Fixing the True Standards of Wit, Humour, Railery, Satire, and Ridicule (1744) - Couverture souple
Synopsis
"An Essay towards Fixing the True Standards of Wit, Humour, Railery, Satire, and Ridicule" by Corbyn Morris delves into the definitions and distinctions between wit, humor, raillery, satire, and ridicule. The book provides a detailed analysis of these literary terms, aiming to set clear standards for each. Through examples and anecdotes, Morris attempts to make these distinctions obvious to the general reader. The publication is part of The Augustan Reprint Society, offering valuable insights into comedy and literary criticism during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.
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À propos de l'auteur
Corbyn Morris (1710-1779) was a prominent figure in the literary world known for his economic and political pamphlets. His dedication to government service and contributions to economic and political discourse are highlighted. Morris's work reflects his analytical mind and keen interest in defining subtle semantic distinctions in literary terms.
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