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What are two forms of satire, and how do they differ?

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Horatian satire is more witty and tolerant.
Named after the Roman satirist Horace
Gently criticizes human nature and human folly

Juvenalian satire is more angry and personal, attempting to produce anger in the reader.
Named after Roman satirist Juvenal
Attacks human vice-indignant
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