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“Henry Fielding writes an attack on Walpole in the 1730s, called the Grub Street Opera. Important to stress, it's not really an opera. It's more a musical.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: opposition to foreign influence
For: Readers interested in historical critiques of cultural influences
Key quote: “Henry Fielding writes an attack on Walpole in the 1730s, called the Grub Street Opera.”
The host discusses Henry Fielding's 'Grub Street Opera' as a response to the rising popularity of opera and foreign influences in 18th-century England. The book serves as a critique of these influences, emphasizing a return to traditional English values and entertainment.