Imitation of the Satires of Boileau is a book written by Nicolas Boileau-Despreaux and published in 1854. The book is a collection of satirical poems that imitate the style and themes of Boileau, a French poet and literary critic who lived in the 17th century. Boileau's satires were known for their witty and critical commentary on society, and Despreaux's imitations follow in this tradition, taking aim at various aspects of French culture and society...