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What are the prominent themes found in Thomas Gray's 'Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard'?
What are the prominent themes found in Thomas Gray's 'Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard'?
Mortality and the common man's life
Who are the primary contributors to 'The Spectator'?
Who are the primary contributors to 'The Spectator'?
Joseph Addison and Richard Steele
Which period is referred to as 'The Classic Age' in literature?
Which period is referred to as 'The Classic Age' in literature?
The 18th century
Which notable work is included in Samuel Pepys' diary?
Which notable work is included in Samuel Pepys' diary?
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What literary style is T.S. Eliot known for?
What literary style is T.S. Eliot known for?
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Study Notes
The Restoration Period
- Samuel Pepys' diary is a significant literary work of the Restoration period
- The diary provides insight into the English Restoration period (1660-1685)
The Classic Age
- The Classic Age in English literature spans from 1680 to 1750
- This period is characterized by the rise of reason, satire, and realistic fiction
Jonathan Swift
- Jonathan Swift was a prominent satirist of the Classic Age
- Swift's works are known for their biting satire and social commentary
The Spectator
- Joseph Addison and Richard Steele founded The Spectator in 1711
- The Spectator was a daily periodical that published essays on various topics
- The Spectator played a significant role in shaping 18th-century English literature
Thomas Gray
- Thomas Gray's "Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard" is a notable poem of the 18th century
- The poem explores themes of mortality, morality, and the human condition
Modernist Poets
- W.B. Yeats was a leading figure in the Irish Literary Revival
- T.S. Eliot was a modernist poet known for his experimental style and themes of disillusionment
- Auden was a prominent poet of the 20th century, known for his unique style and exploration of moral and philosophical themes
- Dylan Thomas was a Welsh poet and writer known for his emotive and expressive style
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This quiz covers notes on British literature, including authors and works such as Samuel Pepys, Jonathan Swift, Joseph Addison, Thomas Gray, W.B. Yeats, T.S. Eliot, and Dylan Thomas.
