Liberal Sprinkling of WIT, Satire and Irony in the Essays of W. Hazlitt

Author(s): Dr. Mohammad Rizwan Abdul Majid Sheikh

Abstract:

The admixture of wit and satire in his essays made W. Hazlitt is one of the greatest essayists of the English language. A study of this paper would enable to know that Hazlitt's satire is not genial and catholic Hazlitt had his own views on satire and wit. Hazlitt satirized the 'learned persons' in his essays. He satirized people with one idea. He satirized Critics. He was also endowed with Irony. Hazlitt has given us many witticisms. Hazlitt's comments on his contemporaries are satirical. Hazlitt makes in his naturally his essays provide wonderfully delightful reading. William Hazlitt's writing was characterized by remarkable clarity, ensuring that even complex ideas were easily comprehensible to readers. Moreover, his prose style emanated a passionate tone, reflecting his deep emotional engagement with his subjects and conveying an intense enthusiasm and conviction. By incorporating personal anecdotes and experiences, he added a personal touch that forged an intimate connection with readers. His writing also showcased a keen sense of wit and irony, employing clever wordplay and subtle humor to engage and entertain his audience. Hazlitt's exploration of human nature exhibited remarkable depth of thought, delving into complex emotions, motivations, and psychological nuances. With an independent voice, he fearlessly expressed his opinions, challenging conventional wisdom and offering unique perspectives. Employing rhetorical flourishes, such as parallelism, repetition, and antithesis, Hazlitt heightened the rhetorical impact of his writing. Finally, through his passionate and emotive language, he appealed to readers' emotions, evoking empathy and fostering a profound connection with his ideas.

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