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The original character of the composition explains why it was natural that the ludicrous type Should ultimately predominate. Lessing shows that the epigram has never lost the features which it derived from its early use as an inscription? A statue, pillar, or tablet awakened the curiosity of the wayfarer and the verses which he paused to read answered his mental inquiry. When the verses were used apart from the material object, a situation had to be described for the purpose of arresting attention and arousing interest. Thus, according to Lessing, an epigram consists of two indispensable elements, - a clear setting forth of circumstance or incident in such a way as to awaken expectation and a conclu sion which in some unforeseen way gratifies the expectation.
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The original character of the composition explains why it was natural that the ludicrous type Should ultimately predominate. Lessing shows that the epigram has never lost the features which it derived from its early use as an inscription? A statue, pillar, or tablet awakened the curiosity of the wayfarer and the verses which he paused to read answered his mental inquiry. When the verses were used apart from the material object, a situation had to be described for the purpose of arresting attention and arousing interest. Thus, according to Lessing, an epigram consists of two indispensable elements, - a clear setting forth of circumstance or incident in such a way as to awaken expectation and a conclu sion which in some unforeseen way gratifies the expectation.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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The Latin poet, Martial, is responsible for the modern view of the epigram. He so stamped his genius upon this literary form that from his day wit has constituted its quintessence; satire and broad humor, its keenly relished flavor. It is true that he was not the pioneer in his peculiar field. Many comic epigrams are to be found in the Greek Anthology even if we eliminate the far greater number which were written after Martial's day and which owe no less to his influence, than do those of Prior or of Pope. Yet no Greek even approaches the Roman poet in the range or variety of comic epigrams. In Greece the epigram blossomed into a perfect literary genre centuries before its charm was in any sense due to wit or humor. It had speedily lost its objective character as an inscription and had become the expression of a reflection often indeed exquisitely subtle or delicately poetic, but not incisive or satiric. The witty type of epigram developed in a later period among the Alexandrines, was of comparatively limited range and had no power to alter the early conception. For a century after the Christian era, the Greeks regarded the epigram, apart from the questions of length and verse structure, somewhat as we view the sonnet. They would have found the statement of Jean Paul that the epigram is the boundary stone between the satiric and comic most perplexing or even unintelligible. In general, their uses of literary forms have had a wonderful persistence and permanence. It is, consequently, a remarkable achievement, that a writer of another nation should have given to even the simplest kind of poetry, a new character and content.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the witty and humorous aspects of the Roman poet Martial's epigrams, providing a nuanced analysis of the literary techniques he employed to create his unique brand of satire. The author explores the historical and literary context of Martial's work, highlighting his significance as a master of the epigram form and his influence on subsequent generations of writers. Examining the depth of Martial's wit and humor, the book reveals the poet's keen eye for human foibles and societal absurdities, using examples from his epigrams to illustrate his clever use of wordplay, irony, and exaggeration. Through a comprehensive analysis of Martial's techniques, the author demonstrates how the poet's wit and humor transcended mere entertainment, often serving as a sharp critique of Roman society and offering insights into the human condition. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332021802_0
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