Wit and humor in Congreve’s The Way of the World
The Way of the World gives us a realistic image of upper-class London society through a witty and humorous dialogue between the characters. The story…
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The features of restoration comedy
Introduction: Restoration comedy was a dramatic genre highly popular during the reign of King Charles II (1630-1685) in late 1600s England. Through its defining characteristics…
Discuss the historical and political background of the Restoration Period
Or, Write a note on restoration Period. Introduction: Restoration period (1660-1770) is one of the most important periods in the history of English Literature because…
Satire on contemporary English people in Absalom and Achitophel
Introduction: Satire is a form of literature the proclaimed purpose of which is the reform of human weaknesses or vices through evoking laughter or disgust.…
The Purpose of Absalom and Achitophel
The motives of Absalom and Ahithophel are clearly political. More precisely, Dryden (1631-1700) intended to glorify the reign of Charles II and curse his most…
She Stoops to Conquer reflects the 18th century England
Introduction: Oliver Goldsmith (1728-1774) in his most celebrated drama “She stoops to Conquer” represents 18th century England. The pictorial quality of country life, fashion and…
Comment on Congreve’s deft handling of his major themes of love, marriage and money
Introduction: “The Way of the World” by William Congreve focuses on sundry themes. Love, marriage and money are the prime which have been deftly handled…
What role does Mephistopheles play in ‘Doctor Faustus”
Introduction: Doctor Faustus written by Christopher Marlowe (1564-1593) is a very praiseworthy tragedy. In this tragedy, Mephistopheles is a very essential character who plays an…
What are the seven deadly sins in “Doctor Faustus”
Introduction: According to medieval theology, the Seven Deadly Sins are the seven original sins that bring spiritual death. Doctor Faustus written by Christopher Marlowe (1564-1593)…
Describe the function of the chorus in Doctor Faustus
Introduction: “Doctor Faustus” is a dark play by Christopher Marlowe that draws the function of the chorus in a vivid way.The chorus plays an important…