In which year was The Tatler first published?
A1709
B1711
C1720
D1705
Answer:
A. 1709
Read Explanation:
Steel launched The Tatler in 1709, using the pseudonym Isaac Bickerstaff ( borrowed from Jonathan Swift), and it gained popularity for its blend of humor, satire, and moral discourse.
Following Tatler's success, Steele co-founded The Spectator IN 1711 with Addison, often showcasing his talent for blending light humor with moral instruction, appealing to elite and common readers.
In The Tatler (No. 132), Steele introduces the Trumpet Club as a fictional society of eccentric and verbose individuals who gather regularly to share their thoughts and stories.