This text explores the concept of 'bathos', or anti-sublime, in poetry. It examines the purposeful use of stylistic devices to achieve a low and ludicrous effect, contrasting it with the classical notion of elevation and grandeur. The book argues that bathos is not merely a flaw, but a deliberate technique employed by authors to evoke laughter, surprise, or ironic commentary. Through a comprehensive analysis of examples from English literature, the author traces the development of bathos and its impact on poetic expression. This witty and incisive examination challenges conventional views on literary aesthetics, revealing the complexities and contradictions that define our understanding of taste and artistic value.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This text explores the concept of 'bathos', or anti-sublime, in poetry. It examines the purposeful use of stylistic devices to achieve a low and ludicrous effect, contrasting it with the classical notion of elevation and grandeur. The book argues that bathos is not merely a flaw, but a deliberate technique employed by authors to evoke laughter, surprise, or ironic commentary. Through a comprehensive analysis of examples from English literature, the author traces the development of bathos and its impact on poetic expression. This witty and incisive examination challenges conventional views on literary aesthetics, revealing the complexities and contradictions that define our understanding of taste and artistic value. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330233047_0
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