To start things off, I absolutely adore satire. Ever since I was young, I loved watching shows that poked fun at age old tropes. A personal favorite of mine from the vault would be Monty Python and the Holy Grail. With its mockery of ancient Arthurian legend, dry British humor, and the soundtrack, I don't … Continue reading Victorian Era Satire: The Importance of being Earnest

In Northanger abbey, near the beginning of the book, there is a point where the discussion of Novels, as well as their ill effects on the public are discussed. ‘I am no novel reader–I seldom look into novels–Do not imagine that I often read novels –It is really very well for a novel.’–Such is the … Continue reading Blog Post #2 Satirical Mocking of Art Mediums for social & literary commentary and the breaking of the 4th wall.

I think one of the most defining themes in "The Royal Slave" is that Ceasar is always presented as a "noble savage" and in many ways seems to be embellished about in the story. This is very similar to many different writings, including some that were discussed in a class on New Hampshire History at … Continue reading The Theme of the Noble Savage