The Rise of Satire during the Enlightenment
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Satire and the Enlightenment
Overview of satire as a literary genre and its significance during the Enlightenment era

Module #2
Defining Satire:Types and Characteristics
Exploring the different types of satire, including irony, sarcasm, and ridicule, and their characteristic features

Module #3
The Historical Context of Satire in the 17th and 18th Centuries
Examining the social, political, and cultural landscape of Europe during the Enlightenment era and its influence on satire

Module #4
Early Satirists:Lucian, Erasmus, and Rabelais
Analyzing the works of early satirists and their influence on the development of satire during the Enlightenment

Module #5
Jonathan Swift and the Birth of Modern Satire
Exploring Swifts contributions to satire, including his use of irony and ridicule in works like Gullivers Travels

Module #6
Alexander Pope and the Rise of Satirical Poetry
Examining Popes use of satire in his poetry, including The Rape of the Lock and An Essay on Man

Module #7
Voltaire and the Art of Satirical Prose
Analyzing Voltaires use of satire in his writings, including Candide and Lettres philosophiques

Module #8
Satire and the Emergence of the Novel
Exploring the role of satire in the development of the novel as a literary genre during the Enlightenment

Module #9
Satire and Social Commentary:Attacks on Hypocrisy and Luxury
Examining how satirists targeted social ills such as hypocrisy, luxury, and corruption during the Enlightenment

Module #10
Satire and Politics:Critiquing Monarchy and Empire
Analyzing how satirists critiqued monarchical systems and colonialism during the Enlightenment

Module #11
Satire and the Church:Critiquing Religious Dogma
Exploring how satirists targeted religious dogma and the excesses of the Church during the Enlightenment

Module #12
Women and Satire:The Contributions of Women Writers
Examining the role of women writers, such as Lady Mary Wortley Montagu and Frances Burney, in the development of satire

Module #13
Satire and the Rise of Journalism
Analyzing the relationship between satire and the emergence of journalism during the Enlightenment

Module #14
Satire and the Visual Arts
Exploring the intersection of satire and visual art, including caricature and cartooning

Module #15
Satire and the Theater
Examining the role of satire in the development of 18th-century drama, including works by playwrights like Congreve and Sheridan

Module #16
Satire and the Public Sphere
Analyzing the relationship between satire and the emergence of the public sphere during the Enlightenment

Module #17
Satire and Censorship:The Challenges of Publishing Satire
Examining the challenges faced by satirists in publishing their work, including censorship and persecution

Module #18
The Legacy of Enlightenment Satire
Exploring the lasting impact of Enlightenment satire on modern literature and culture

Module #19
Case Study:Satire in 18th-Century Britain
In-depth analysis of satire in 18th-century Britain, including its major themes and authors

Module #20
Case Study:Satire in 18th-Century France
In-depth analysis of satire in 18th-century France, including its major themes and authors

Module #21
Comparing Satire across National Boundaries
Comparing and contrasting the development of satire across different European countries during the Enlightenment

Module #22
Satire and the Digital Age
Exploring the relevance of Enlightenment satire in the digital age, including its applications in modern media and politics

Module #23
Writing Satire:Crafting Effective Satirical Pieces
Practical workshop on writing satire, including techniques for crafting ironic and humorous pieces

Module #24
Satire in Contemporary Culture
Analyzing the role of satire in contemporary culture, including its applications in media, politics, and social commentary

Module #25
The Ethics of Satire:Balancing Humor and Offense
Examining the ethical considerations of writing satire, including the risk of offending and the importance of context

Module #26
Satire and Social Change:Effecting Reform through Humor
Analyzing the potential of satire to effect social change and reform through humor and ridicule

Module #27
Satire and Power:Challenging Authority through Humor
Examining how satire has been used to challenge authority and power structures throughout history

Module #28
Satire and Identity:Exploring Race, Gender, and Class
Analyzing how satire has been used to explore and critique issues of race, gender, and class throughout history

Module #29
Satire and the Future:Imagining New Possibilities
Speculating on the future of satire and its potential to shape cultural and political discourse

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in The Rise of Satire during the Enlightenment career

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The Rise of Satire during the Enlightenment ( 30 Modules )

The Rise of Satire during the Enlightenment
( 30 Modules )