Anatomy of Satire

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Exploring the evolution of literary satire, this study examines its three main forms: monologue, parody, and narrative. Covering a vast timeline from ancient Greece and Rome to modern America, it highlights key figures such as Aristophanes and Ionesco, as well as the parodists from Homer to Eisenhower. The book delves into the origins, purposes, and methods of satire, illustrating its revival during the Renaissance and its continued relevance today.