{"product_id":"a-discourse-concerning-ridicule-and-anthony-collins-9781023334051","title":"A Discourse Concerning Ridicule and Irony in Writing","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnthony Collins's \"A Discourse Concerning Ridicule and Irony in Writing (1729)\" is a sharp and insightful exploration of satire as a literary tool. This meticulously prepared edition makes available a foundational text on the art of ridicule and its persuasive power. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCollins delves into the effective use of irony and satire, offering a critical perspective on 18th-century writing. He examines how these techniques can be wielded for both humor and profound criticism. This discourse provides a window into the literary and philosophical debates of its time, revealing the intricacies of crafting effective satire. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA significant work of literary criticism, \"A Discourse Concerning Ridicule and Irony in Writing\" remains relevant for its analysis of satire as a mode of political and social commentary. Readers interested in the history of writing, satire, and the enduring power of wit will find this book an engaging and thought-provoking read. It is a valuable resource for anyone studying the art of persuasive writing and the use of humor as a critical lens.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Anthony Collins,Edward A. (Edward Alan) Bloom,Lillian D. Bloom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1023334054\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781023334051\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/29\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 70\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.24lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.15d","brand":"Anthony Collins","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48153412436223,"sku":"9781023334051","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_0fd1ee78-6601-4757-96d0-d66df110f807.jpg?v=1770783305","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/a-discourse-concerning-ridicule-and-anthony-collins-9781023334051","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}