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Augustan Age in English Literature: Summary, Coffee Houses, and Novels

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THE AUGUSTAN AGE

This age is called "the Augustan age" because is a period that could be compared to the years of the Roman
Emperor Augustu

The Augustan Age: A Literary Renaissance

The Augustan Age in English literature, spanning from 1660 to 1780, marked a significant period of cultural and literary development. This era, often compared to the reign of Roman Emperor Augustus Caesar, saw a remarkable flourishing of the arts and literature.

Definition: The Augustan Age is also referred to as "the age of reason" or "the Enlightenment," reflecting the period's emphasis on rationality and intellectual progress.

The period witnessed a substantial increase in prose writing across various genres, including journalism, political writings, and novels. This literary boom was largely driven by the rise of a new reading public, particularly the middle class.

Highlight: The middle class, composed of merchants and professionals, played a crucial role in shaping the literary landscape of the Augustan Age.

The expansion of the reading public also included women, who became more educated and sought to improve their knowledge. This growing audience for literature was further supported by advancements in printing technology, which allowed for faster book production and the growth of libraries.

Example: Libraries during this period offered not only books but also newspapers and magazines, making a wide range of reading materials accessible to the public.

London emerged as a vital center for literature during the Augustan Age. The city's coffee houses became important meeting places for journalists, novelists, and writers to exchange ideas and share opinions.

Vocabulary: Coffee houses were establishments where people gathered to drink coffee and engage in intellectual discussions.

Quote: "The first London coffee house opened in 1652 and it became a meeting place where people could exchange opinions share ideas."

One of the most significant literary developments of this period was the rise of the novel. This new literary form gained popularity among the middle class, who were interested in realistic portrayals of everyday life.

Definition: A novel is a long prose narrative that typically focuses on realistic characters and situations.

Key characteristics of the novel during this period included:

Themes centered on reality and everyday situations
Characters drawn from the middle class
Settings that reflected contemporary social and cultural traditions
Simple, accessible language

The simplification of language in literature was partly influenced by the Royal Society, which aimed to reform English and promote clarity in writing.

Highlight: The foundation of the Royal Society played a significant role in shaping the linguistic style of Augustan literature.

Among the notable novelists of this period, two stand out:

Daniel Defoe, considered the founder of the novel
Jonathan Swift, known for his use of satire to critique the political situation of the time

These authors, along with others, helped establish the novel as a dominant literary form that continues to influence literature to this day.

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