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Embark on an extraordinary journey through the whimsical and satirical world of "Gulliver's Travels." Join Lemuel Gulliver as he encounters bizarre civilizations and larger-than-life beings in a quest that challenges his perception of humanity and society.
In the land of Lilliput, Gulliver finds himself amidst a society of tiny people, where absurd conflicts and political intrigues mirror the follies of our own world. From there, he ventures to Brobdingnag, a realm of giants, where he becomes a mere curiosity, and his own sense of superiority is shattered.
As Gulliver explores the floating island of Laputa, he confronts the dangers of excessive intellect and the disconnect between knowledge and practicality. Swift's sharp wit and satire take center stage as he critiques the flaws of science, academia, and bureaucracy.
But the most profound revelations await Gulliver in the land of the Houyhnhnms, where rational horses rule over savage human-like creatures called Yahoos. Swift delves into the essence of humanity, challenging our notions of morality, reason, and the very fabric of our society.
A timeless classic, "Gulliver's Travels" is an enchanting blend of adventure and social commentary. Jonathan Swift's vivid imagination and biting satire invite us to reflect on our own world, exposing the flaws and follies that still resonate today. Prepare to be captivated, amused, and inspired as you embark on this remarkable voyage of self-discovery and enlightenment.
A propos de l'auteur
Jonathan Swift (1667 - 1745) was an Anglo-Irish satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer (first for the Whigs, then for the Tories), poet and cleric who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin. Swift is remembered for works such as A Tale of a Tub (1704), An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726) and A Modest Proposal (1729). He is regarded by the Encyclopædia Britannica as the foremost prose satirist in the English language and is less well known for his poetry. He originally published all of his works under pseudonyms - such as Lemuel Gulliver, Isaac Bickerstaff, the Drapier - or anonymously. He was a master of two styles of satire, the Horatian and Juvenalian styles. His deadpan, ironic writing style, particularly in A Modest Proposal, has led to such satire being subsequently termed "Swiftian".
