A Modest Proposal and Other Satirical Works - Jonathan Swift - Dover Thrift Editions

A Modest Proposal and Other Satirical Works by Jonathan Swift brings together five shorter pieces by the author of Gulliver's Travels. This Dover Thrift Editions paperback is presented in a compact 64-page format.

Included titles

• A Modest Proposal
• The Battle of the Books
• A Meditation Upon a Broom-Stick
• A Discourse Concerning the Mechanical Operation of the Spirit
• The Abolishing of Christianity in England

Key details

• Author: Jonathan Swift
• Series: Dover Thrift Editions
• Format: Paperback
• Length: 64 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications Inc
• ISBN: 9780486287591

Synopsis

This treasury of five shorter works offers a concentrated view of Swift’s satirical writing, showcasing his talent for sharp lampoonery across a range of subjects and styles. Alongside the title piece, the collection includes The Battle of the Books, A Meditation Upon a Broom-Stick, A Discourse Concerning the Mechanical Operation of the Spirit and The Abolishing of Christianity in England.

Suitable for readers interested in classic satire and shorter works by a major English-language writer.

Rackhams Reference : A4RCFWDG22