This book is a trove of personal and professional correspondence that offers an intimate view of Jonathan Swift's life and career as an early 18th-century Anglo-Irish satirist, poet, and cleric. Spanning over three decades, the letters in this volume showcase Swift's relationships with notable figures of his time and provide a fascinating glimpse into the personal, political, and literary landscape of early 18th-century Ireland and England. Swift's sharp wit, social commentary, and insights into the human condition shine through in these letters, making them a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and general readers interested in Swift's writings and life. These letters illuminate Swift's concerns about Irish politics, his struggles for preferment in the church, and his friendships with influential figures like Alexander Pope and John Gay. They capture Swift's personality, wit, and keen observations, providing a vivid portrait of a complex and influential literary figure.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a trove of personal and professional correspondence that offers an intimate view of Jonathan Swift's life and career as an early 18th-century Anglo-Irish satirist, poet, and cleric. Spanning over three decades, the letters in this volume showcase Swift's relationships with notable figures of his time and provide a fascinating glimpse into the personal, political, and literary landscape of early 18th-century Ireland and England. Swift's sharp wit, social commentary, and insights into the human condition shine through in these letters, making them a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and general readers interested in Swift's writings and life. These letters illuminate Swift's concerns about Irish politics, his struggles for preferment in the church, and his friendships with influential figures like Alexander Pope and John Gay. They capture Swift's personality, wit, and keen observations, providing a vivid portrait of a complex and influential literary figure. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334320958_0
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