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The analysis highlights how Pope's most profound poetry reflects the core values of the Enlightenment era, emphasizing reason, individualism, and a quest for knowledge. Professor Gooneratne delves into the intricacies of Pope's work, illustrating how his verse resonates with the intellectual and cultural shifts of the time, showcasing the poet's engagement with contemporary philosophical ideas. Through this exploration, the book reveals the enduring relevance of Pope's insights in understanding the Enlightenment's impact on literature and society.
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Alexander Pope, Yasmine Gooneratne
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Alexander Pope
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Yasmine Gooneratne
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN13
- 9780521290517
- Category
- Poetry, Maps and Travel
- Description
- The analysis highlights how Pope's most profound poetry reflects the core values of the Enlightenment era, emphasizing reason, individualism, and a quest for knowledge. Professor Gooneratne delves into the intricacies of Pope's work, illustrating how his verse resonates with the intellectual and cultural shifts of the time, showcasing the poet's engagement with contemporary philosophical ideas. Through this exploration, the book reveals the enduring relevance of Pope's insights in understanding the Enlightenment's impact on literature and society.