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Satire . Elements and Effects. Definition. A work or manner that blends a censorious attitude with humor and wit for improving human institutions or humanity. Purpose. To inspire a remodeling of subject Addison’s statement of purpose: “To pass over a single foe to charge whole armies.”
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Satire Elements and Effects
Definition • A work or manner that blends a censorious attitude with humor and wit for improving human institutions or humanity.
Purpose • To inspire a remodeling of subject • Addison’s statement of purpose: “To pass over a single foe to charge whole armies.” • To deal with general run of fools, knaves, frauds, etc., instead of criminals.
Types of Satire • Horatian Gentle, urbane, smiling Aims to correct by broadly sympathetic laughter
Juvenalian • Biting, bitter, angry satire • Points with contempt and indignation to the corruption of human beings and institutions.
Devices of Satire • Exaggeration / Hyperbole May picture all politicians as corrupt • Understatement (a form of irony) • Sarcasm—tell the opposite of intended meaning