Swift, Jonathan

Collins Classics - Gulliver's Travels

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ISBN 13:: 9780007351022
author:: Swift, Jonathan
format:: Paperback
publisher:: William Collins
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2010
Pages:: 320
Dimensions:: 17.6 x 11.2 x 2.4 cm
Genre:: Fiction and related items / Classic fiction (pre c. 1945)
Condition:: New
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Shipwrecked on the high seas, Lemuel Gulliver finds himself stranded on the tiny island of Lilliput, home to a quarrelsome miniature people. His travels take him further, as he encounters giants and other strange creatures that prompt him to reflect on human nature. In this scathing satire, Jonathan Swift critiques the politics and morals of 18th Century society, condemning its institutions with biting wit. The result is a work that remains relevant today, offering a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's flaws and follies. With its unique blend of adventure, social commentary, and dark humour, Gulliver's Travels is a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human society.

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