Rhetoric of Diversion in English Literature and Culture, 1690–1760

Delve into the captivating exploration of early eighteenth-century literature with "Rhetoric of Diversion in English Literature and Culture, 1690–1760" by Darryl Domingo. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2018, this insightful paperback offers a detailed analysis across 319 pages. Domingo investigates how literature from this vibrant period reflected the burgeoning trends of amusement and diversion that characterized the cultural landscape. Each chapter delves into various aspects of diversion, highlighting how the techniques of digressive wit in literature echo the cultural diversions of the time. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersections of literature and 18th-century culture, providing valuable insights into the complex relationship between art and leisure during a transformative era. Expand your understanding of this rich historical period by adding this essential work to your collection.