Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry

Name: Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry
Author: John Dryden

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Can I read Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry in English as a learner?

Yes — read Discourses on Satire and on Epic Poetry by John Dryden in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is C1. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: C1
Length: 4 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

Dive into a rich dialogue on the art of satire and epic poetry, where critical debates, literary aspirations, and the poet's own reflections unfold against the backdrop of 17th-century England’s cultural shifts and influential figures.

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Audio narration

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It's the complete original text, exactly as John Dryden wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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