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‘Mac Flecknoe’, written by John Dryden in 1676, is a brilliant example of satirical poetry that masterfully combines fun and humour with sharp literary criticism. The poem is a mock-heroic, a genre that exaggerates trivial subjects by placing them in the elevated style of epic poetry, creating a humorous contrast. Dryden’s primary target is Thomas Shadwell, a contemporary poet and playwright whom Dryden considered inferior in talent and wit. By portraying Shadwell as the heir to _____ __________ ____ ___ __________.
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