Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry

In "Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry," John Dryden explores the intricacies of literary criticism through a reflective and genre-defining lens. With his characteristic eloquence and sharp wit, Dryden dissects the elements of satire and epic poetry, examining their aesthetic forms, moral implications, and societal functions. His exploration is set against the backdrop of the Restoration peri...