Author: Pordage, Samuel
Synopsis:
'Anti-Achitophel (1682): Three Verse Replies to Absalom and Achitophel by John Dryden' is a captivating collection of three poetic responses to Dryden's famous political satire. Written by Samuel Pordage and Elkanah Settle, these verse replies offer a fresh perspective on the events and characters depicted in Dryden's work. As the poets engage in a poetic battle of wit and rhetoric, the reader is drawn into a world of political intrigue, power struggles, and personal ambitions. Each poet brings their unique voice and style to the table, creating a compelling and thought-provoking counter-narrative to Dryden's original masterpiece.
Genres: Poetry, Political Satire, Literary Criticism
Themes: Politics, Power, Ambition, Satire, Rhetoric
Subjects:
