Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal" and "Candide," by Voltaire are both satires that mock man and society. The messages in these satires are both aimed at the same type of audience, the ... with his sarcasm. This essay was targeted towards individuals that would feel guilt or anger, the upper class English. "Candide" by Voltaire, is targeted to the upper class as well. In this episodic, philosophical tale, Candide travels the world and encounters many people. Voltaire makes historical references as well as geographical, that mostly (at that time ... of the upper class. This is illustrated ...

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• Grade Level: High School