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Augustan Age The Rise of Journalism
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The Rise of Journalism Interest of the Middle Class in:
Literature Art Social problems Political life Desire of the Middle Class: To be informed To discuss events, famous people
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The Periodicals Joseph Addison (“The Spectator”)
Richard Steele (“The Tatler”) Subjects of general interests: Fashion Literature Manners History Aim: Moral Teachings and Entertainment
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The Tatler 3 times a week 1711 Casual and conversational style
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The Spectator Daily (no on Sundays) 1711-1712
Mr Spectator imaginary club Comments upon: customs and morals virtues and vices Different social classes Clear and simple style Imitation outside England (“Il Caffè” – Verri)
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Other Periodicals Novelists careers as journalists Jonathan Swift “The Examiner” (whig ministers) Daniel Defoe “The Review” (home & foreign policy)
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