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Henry Fielding's technique of satire in "Jonathan Wild"

Analyzed with the help of Book IV, Chapter XIII and the function of the Heartfree subplot

Title: Henry Fielding's technique of satire in "Jonathan Wild"

Essay , 2009 , 4 Pages

Autor:in: M.A. Tanja Wittrien (Author)

English Language and Literature Studies - Literature
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An analysis of Henry Fielding's technique of satire with the help of Book IV, Chapter XIII and the function of the Heartfree subplot.

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  • Analyse Fielding's technique of satire with the help of Book IV, Chapter XIII
  • What is the function of the Heartfree subplot?

Objectives and Key Themes

This essay examines Henry Fielding's Jonathan Wild through two lenses. The first looks at Fielding's use of satire in Book IV, Chapter XIII, while the second explores the function of the Heartfree subplot within the novel.

  • Satire and reversal of values
  • The "greatness" of Jonathan Wild
  • The Heartfree family as a foil to Wild
  • Exaggeration as a satirical technique
  • Character development and stagnation

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Analyse Fielding's technique of satire with the help of Book IV, Chapter XIII

This section focuses on Fielding's use of satire in Jonathan Wild. The essay analyzes Book IV, Chapter XIII, specifically, where Wild's "greatness" is juxtaposed against his criminal activities. Fielding uses exaggeration and ironic language to expose the corruption and immorality of Wild's world, while simultaneously highlighting the absurdity of his self-proclaimed "greatness".

What is the function of the Heartfree subplot?

This section examines the Heartfree subplot and its role in Fielding's satire. The Heartfree family, characterized by love and virtue, serves as a stark contrast to Wild's selfish and morally bankrupt nature. The Heartfree subplot explores themes of family, love, and resilience, while also highlighting the consequences of Wild's actions.

Keywords

Key terms and concepts explored in this essay include satire, reversal of values, character development, exaggeration, and the Heartfree subplot. The essay analyzes how Fielding uses these elements to critique societal norms and present a satirical view of "greatness" in Jonathan Wild.

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Title
Henry Fielding's technique of satire in "Jonathan Wild"
Subtitle
Analyzed with the help of Book IV, Chapter XIII and the function of the Heartfree subplot
College
University of Bonn  (Englisches Seminar)
Course
Essays
Author
M.A. Tanja Wittrien (Author)
Publication Year
2009
Pages
4
Catalog Number
V229828
ISBN (eBook)
9783656460114
ISBN (Book)
9783656460299
Language
English
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Jonathan Wild Henry Fielding Englisch English Analyse Essay
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M.A. Tanja Wittrien (Author), 2009, Henry Fielding's technique of satire in "Jonathan Wild", Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/229828
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