"A Letter from Mr. Cibber to Mr. Pope" by Colley Cibber is a sharply funny letter from the 1700s, created as a clap-back to poet Alexander Pope's insults aimed at Cibber in works like the "Dunciad." Cibber's writing is a defense against being called a 'Dunce' and explores why Pope is so obsessed with him; Cibber cleverly uses humor and pointed words to poke at Pope's reasons and inflated ego. The letter discusses times when Pope targeted him, especially those from theater and writing circles, highlighting the bad blood between the men and the intense competition for fame and good names during that time.
A Letter from Mr. Cibber to Mr. Pope
By Colley Cibber
In a battle of wits, a writer fires back at a famous poet, questioning his motives and defending his own reputation against accusations and mockery.
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