Social Commentary

a politician with many facesDuring the Restoration and Neoclassical Periods, Britain was rife with political and cultural clashes. Writers used the literary element of satire as a method to address social and political issues of the time. Through reading and studying primarily Restoration literature, you will understand why social commentary was so effective during that time in England's history.

Essential Question

  • How is social commentary a valuable tool for those who wish to bring about change in society?