The Correspondence of Jonathan Swift, D. D, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint)

Jonathan Swift

ISBN 10: 1332885837 / ISBN 13: 9781332885831

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

Beschreibung

Print on Demand. This book explores the extensive correspondence between Jonathan Swift, an influential Anglo-Irish satirist, and prominent figures of 18th-century British society. These letters unveil Swift's complex relationships with friends like Alexander Pope and John Gay, while casting light on the literary and political landscape of the time. Through their witty banter, incisive observations, and personal reflections, the correspondents offer a vibrant portrait of their era, touching on themes of friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of intellectual enlightenment. Swift's sharp wit and satirical genius shine through these exchanges, providing insights into the literary and political controversies that shaped his world. The collection offers a unique window into the life and mind of one of the most celebrated literary figures of the 18th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332885831_0

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: The Correspondence of Jonathan Swift, D. D, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint)
• Verlag: Forgotten Books
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2018
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 1332885837
• ISBN-13: 9781332885831
• Einband: Paperback
• Zustand: New
• Buchtyp: print-on-demand item
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Inhaltsangabe

This book explores the extensive correspondence between Jonathan Swift, an influential Anglo-Irish satirist, and prominent figures of 18th-century British society. These letters unveil Swift's complex relationships with friends like Alexander Pope and John Gay, while casting light on the literary and political landscape of the time. Through their witty banter, incisive observations, and personal reflections, the correspondents offer a vibrant portrait of their era, touching on themes of friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of intellectual enlightenment. Swift's sharp wit and satirical genius shine through these exchanges, providing insights into the literary and political controversies that shaped his world. The collection offers a unique window into the life and mind of one of the most celebrated literary figures of the 18th century.