Works; Volume 2

Works; Volume 2

Jonathan Swift

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781279375761
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This is Volume 2 of the collected 'Works' of Jonathan Swift, one of the greatest satirists in the English language. This volume contains a selection of Swift’s prose and poetry, showcasing his sharp wit, keen observation, and masterful use of irony. Swift’s writings remain relevant and thought-provoking, offering insights into the politics, society, and human nature of his time - insights that continue to resonate with readers today. This collection is essential for anyone interested in 18th-century literature, satire, or the works of this literary giant.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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