Question

Give a brief overview of the literature of the 18th century. Why is it called the Neo-Classical period?​

Answer 1

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The 18th century is a period of great literary works. The styles are different throughout the period, but the unity of the work is still present.

Much of this period focused on public and general themes, until the Pre- Romantic era when literary works began to focus upon personal expression. 18th century literature can be broken down into three main parts: the Restoration, the Age of Pope, and Pre-Romantics.

The literature of the Restoration period covers a time span from Charles's recovery of the throne to the years until the expulsion of James II in 1688 or until the death of John Dryden in 1700.

This literary time period also included works from John Dryden, who used elegance and cleverness in his writings. This period ended about 1700, and enabled a new age of literature.