Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry

In "Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry," John Dryden presents a fascinating exploration of two significant literary forms that shaped the 17th-century English literary landscape. This collection emphasizes the interplay between satire and epic poetry, dissecting their structures, artistic merits, and moral implications. Dryden's prose is characterized by its rich rhetorical devices and insigh...