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The Life Of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711

The Life Of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711

Forster, John

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Historical FiguresLiterary CriticismFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163302414
ISBN13: 9781163302415
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 488
Weight: 1.42
Height: 0.98 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711 is a biography written by John Forster about the early years and life of the famous Irish author and satirist, Jonathan Swift. The book is the first volume in a two-part series that covers Swift's entire life. The biography explores Swift's childhood, education, and early career as a writer and cleric. It delves into his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, and provides insight into his personal life and struggles. The book also examines Swift's political views and involvement in the political climate of his time, including his role in the Tory party and his opposition to the Whigs.Throughout the book, Forster draws on a wide range of sources, including Swift's own writings, letters, and journals, as well as contemporary accounts and historical records. The writing is detailed and engaging, providing a vivid portrait of Swift and the world in which he lived.Overall, The Life of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711 is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Swift's life and work, as well as the history and culture of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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