Jonathan Swift (Twayne's english authors series, no 42) - Hardcover

Hunting, Robert

 
9780805769821: Jonathan Swift (Twayne's english authors series, no 42)

Synopsis

Profiles the life of the author of "Gulliver's Travels," and analyzes this novel as well as his poems

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Book Description

This selection of Jonathan Swift poems, chosen by Derek Mahon, is a timely reminder of the huge talents Swift possessed as a poet, extending far beyond the masterpiece for which he is known, Gulliver's Travels.

About the Author

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.

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