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The Works Of The Reverend Dr. Jonathan Swift

The Works Of The Reverend Dr. Jonathan Swift

Deane Swift / Jonathan Swift / Thomas Birch

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781174550522
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This collection presents key works by Jonathan Swift, the renowned satirist and author of 'Gulliver’s Travels.' Included are 'The Conduct of the Allies,' Swift’s influential critique of England’s involvement in the War of the Spanish Succession, and selections from 'The Examiner,' a Tory periodical to which Swift contributed extensively. These writings showcase Swift’s sharp wit and political insight, offering a valuable window into the political and social landscape of 18th-century England. Edited by Deane Swift, Thomas Birch, Thomas Wilkes, and Thomas Hawkesworth, this volume provides historical context and scholarly annotations, enhancing the reader’s understanding of Swift’s arguments and the events that shaped them. 'The Works Of The Reverend Dr. Jonathan Swift: The Conduct Of The Allies, And The Examiners' remains relevant for its exploration of political power, propaganda, and the art of persuasion.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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