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Overview of Neoclassicism (1660-1785) by Lorena M is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Neoclassicism is a literary period from 1660 to 1785, encompassing sub-periods such as The Restoration, The Augustan Age, and The Age of Sensibility. It emphasizes tradition, respect for classical writers, and the idea that literature should instruct and delight, contrasting with the Romantic ideal of individual genius. Key figures include John Dryden, Alexander Pope, and Samuel Johnson, who adhered to the rules of poetry derived from classical authors and focused on humanity
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- Lorena M
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