The Praise of Folly

by

Desiderius Erasmus

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Eulogy

A eulogy is a speech that is given at a funeral or memorial service to pay tribute to a deceased person. In The Praise of Folly, Folly is giving a eulogy to herself. read analysis of Eulogy

Satire

Satire is a literary genre that uses irony, sarcasm, ridicule, or humor to criticize or mock. It is often used as a form of social or political commentary. read analysis of Satire