Absalom and Achitophel

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Poetry | John Dryden

Dryden is Both Typical and Universal  in “Absalom and Achitophel,”

 In “Absalom and Achitophel”, Dryden is both typical and universal. Discuss.  John Dryden (1631-1700) is one of the greatest English satirists. His poem “Absalom and Achitophel” (1...
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Dryden’s Art of Characterization in  "Absalom and Achitophel.”

Discuss Dryden’s art of characterization in  "Absalom and Achitophel.”  "Absalom and Achitophel" (1681) by John Dryden (1631-1700) is a political satire in heroic poem form. Using...
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Consider “Absalom and Achitophel” as a Satire

What is an allegory? How far is Dryden successful in portraying "Absalom and Achitophel" as a political allegory? Or, Evaluate Dryden as a satirist in the light of his poem “Absalo...
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Dryden’s Use of Irony in “Absalom and Achitophel.”

Analyze Dryden's use of irony in “Absalom and Achitophel.” Irony means saying one thing but meaning another. “Absalom and Achitophel” (1681) is a famous poem by John Dryden (1631-1...
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How does Achitophel persuade Absalom to stand against his father?

How does Achitophel persuade Absalom to stand against his father? Absalom and Achitophel (1681) is a political satirical poem by John Dryden (1631-1700). In this poem, Dryden uses...
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How does Dryden use the Biblical and political allusions in “Absalom and Achitophel?”

 How does Dryden use the Biblical and political allusions in “Absalom and Achitophel?” “Absalom and Achitophel” (1681) is a political satire.  John Dryden (1631-1700) uses Biblical...
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Identify the Political Personages in the poem “Absalom and Achitophel.”

Identify the political personages in the poem “Absalom and Achitophel.” John Dryden’s (1631-1700) “Absalom and Achitophel” (1681) is a political satire. It uses Bible names to show...
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The Adverse Effects of the Popish Plot.

Describe the adverse effects of the Popish Plot. In John Dryden's (1631-1700) satirical poem "Absalom and Achitophel" (1681), the Popish Plot serves as a stage to criticize and con...
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How is Zimri an Unqualified Ruler?

How is Zimri an unqualified ruler?  In “Absalom and Achitophel” (1681), Dryden (1631-1700) shows Zimri as a foolish and unfit leader. He uses satire to laugh at Zimri’s character....
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What Are the Features of Restoration Comedy?

What are the features of Restoration Comedy? Or Write a short note on Restoration Comedy. Restoration comedy was a dramatic genre that was highly popular during the reign of King...
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The Significance of the Title “The Way of the World.”

Examine the significance of the title “The Way of the World.” The significance of a literary title lies in the appropriateness of the story to the title. The restoration comedy "Th...
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Write a Short note on Shimei.

Write a short note on Shimei. "Absalom and Achitophel" (1681) is a famous satirical and ironical poem by John Dryden (1631-1700). Shimei appears as a symbolic character rather than...
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