The History Of The Four Last Years Of The Queen (1758)

By Jonathan Swift

Book Overview

The History Of The Four Last Years Of The Queen is a political satire written by the famous English author Jonathan Swift in the year 1758. The book is a fictional account of the last four years of Queen Anne's reign, and it is written in the form of a historical document. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a year of the Queen's reign, and it is told from the perspective of an anonymous narrator who is a member of the Queen's court.Throughout the book, Swift uses his signature wit and sarcasm to criticize the political climate of the time, particularly the Whig party and their leader, Robert Walpole. He portrays the Queen as a weak and indecisive ruler who is easily manipulated by her advisors, and he highlights the corruption and greed of the politicians who surround her.The book is also notable for its portrayal of the Duchess of Marlborough, a powerful and influential figure in the Queen's court. Swift depicts her as a scheming and manipulative woman who uses her influence to further her own interests, often at the expense of others.Overall, The History Of The Four Last Years Of The Queen is a biting satire that provides a scathing critique of the political climate of the time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in English literature or political satire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104310015
• ISBN13: 9781104310011
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"