In "The Prologue," Anne Bradstreet uses irony and sarcasm to criticize the societal expectations placed on female writers. She employs irony by presenting herself as a humble and unskilled poet, while also subtly asserting her talent and intelligence. The sarcasm is evident in her satirical tone when describing the obstacles and prejudices faced by women writers, highlighting the absurdity of the limitations placed on them.
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