Author: Canning, George
Synopsis:
'Parodies of Ballad Criticism (1711-1787): A Comment Upon the History of Tom Thumb, 1711, by William Wagstaffe; The Knave of Hearts, 1787, by George Canning' is a collection of two satirical works that cleverly parody the ballad genre.
The first work, 'A Comment Upon the History of Tom Thumb' by William Wagstaffe, published in 1711, humorously critiques the popular ballad 'Tom Thumb' by cleverly imitating its style and structure. Through witty commentary and playful language, Wagstaffe offers a satirical take on the original ballad, providing readers with a fresh perspective on the well-known tale.
The second work, 'The Knave of Hearts' by George Canning, published in 1787, continues the tradition of ballad parody. Canning's work humorously mocks the sentimental ballad genre, presenting a comical and exaggerated version of the traditional love story. With its clever wordplay and humorous twists, 'The Knave of Hearts' offers a delightful and entertaining read.
Genres: Satire, Parody, Poetry
Themes: Critique of popular ballads, Satire of sentimentalism, Humor
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