Poems Of Jonathan Swift by Jonathan Swift

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Book name:	Poems Of Jonathan Swift (2024)
Category:	corruption
Author:	Jonathan Swift
Language:	English
Publication data:	Jan. 1, 1701, midnight

This collection brings together the poetic works of a renowned 18th-century satirist and essayist, known for his sharp wit and keen social commentary. The poems range from humorous and light-hearted verses to biting satires that critique the political and social issues of the author's time. The poet's mastery of language and form is evident throughout the anthology, as he skillfully employs both classical and contemporary styles to convey his insights and entertain his readers. Whether addressing the follies of human nature or the absurdities of high society, the poems offer a timeless reflection on the human condition and the complexities of the world. The 11232nd greatest book of all time

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Jonathan Swift

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Jonathan Swift was an Anglo-Irish satirist, author, essayist, political pamphleteer (first for the Whigs, then for the Tories), poet, and Anglican cleric who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin, hence his common sobriquet, "Dean Swift".
Swift is remembered for works such as A Tale of a Tub (1704), An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Modest Proposal (1729). He is regarded by the Encyclopædia Britannica as the foremost prose satirist in th… Read more