Swift, Jonathan

Gulliver's Travels

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ISBN 13:
9780141196640
author:
Swift, Jonathan
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Penguin Classics
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
20.2 x 13.8 x 3 cm
Genre:
Classic fiction (pre c 1945)
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£15.29

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Gulliver's Travels is a satirical masterpiece that presents a distorted reflection of humanity. Shipwrecked and cast adrift, the protagonist Lemuel Gulliver finds himself on an island inhabited by little people, whose height makes their quarrels over fashion and fame seem ridiculous. His subsequent encounters with various creatures give Gulliver new, bitter insights into human behaviour. Through Swift's savage satire, Gulliver's Travels offers a scathing critique of human nature, presenting us with a diminished, magnified, and finally bestial species. This thought-provoking novel is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of human behaviour. With its unique blend of satire and social commentary, Gulliver's Travels remains a relevant and thought-provoking read today, offering a fascinating glimpse into the human condition.

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