The Select Works of Jonathan Swift ...: Containing the Whole of His Poetical Works, the Tale of a Tub, Battle of the Books, Gulliver's Travels, Directions to Servants, Polite Conversation, Art of Punning, Miscellaneous Pieces in Prose, &C. ... Embellished | TheBookSeekers

The Select Works of Jonathan Swift ...: Containing the Whole of His Poetical Works, the Tale of a Tub, Battle of the Books, Gulliver's Travels, Directions to Servants, Polite Conversation, Art of Punning, Miscellaneous Pieces in Prose, &C. ... Embellished


No. of pages 354

Published: 2019

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"The Select Works of Jonathan Swift" is a comprehensive collection showcasing the literary genius of Jonathan Swift, featuring his renowned poetical works alongside significant prose pieces. This anthology includes the satirical novel "Gulliver's Travels," which follows Lemuel Gulliver on his bewildering journeys to fantastical lands, exposing the absurdities of human nature and society. Also included are "The Tale of a Tub" and "Battle of the Books," which explore themes of religion and literary criticism. Swift's wit shines through in "Directions to Servants" and "Polite Conversation," while his insights make this collection a vital resource for appreciating his profound impact on literature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

There are 354 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by HardPress Ltd .

Anglo-Irish poet, satirist and clergyman, Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), was born in Dublin to English parents. He embarked on a career as diplomatic secretary and became increasingly involved in politics. He published many satirical works of verse and prose, including A Tale of a Tub, A Modest Proposal, and Gulliver's Travels.