The New Dunciad: As Is It Was Found In The Year 1741 (1742)

By Alexander Pope

Book Overview

The New Dunciad: As It Was Found In The Year 1741 (1742) is a satirical poem by Alexander Pope. The poem is a sequel to his earlier work, The Dunciad, which mocked the literary and intellectual mediocrity of his time. In this new version, Pope targets the rising tide of ignorance and vulgarity in society, as well as the decline of traditional values and culture. The poem is structured as a mock epic, with Pope casting himself as the hero battling against the forces of stupidity and corruption. The targets of his satire include politicians, writers, scholars, and other figures of authority. The poem is notable for its scathing wit, its vivid imagery, and its clever use of allegory and symbolism. It is also a powerful critique of the social and cultural trends of the 18th century, and remains a significant work of English literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120908604
• ISBN13: 9781120908605
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"