Literature has served as many functions throughout history. Writers such as Alexander Pope, Dryden and Defoe forever changed the way writing was done. Each writer in their own way has had an impact on other writings, as well as approaches to looking and judging other writings. Literature is a powerful tool which can be used to get your point across, or it can be used just for the enjoyment of the writer. In Alexander Pope's "…showed first 75 words of 1157 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1157 total…many writers, and of course everyone can't be successful. However, many popular writings die down after a certain period of time. It takes a touch of brilliance to have your writings to still be an impact hundreds of years after they were published. All three of these authors have accomplished this feat. Their writings were successful because they are able to address any audience and their strategies, styles and genres have had a lasting impact.