The Life Of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711

By John Forster

Book Overview

The Life of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711 is a biography of the famous Irish writer and satirist, Jonathan Swift, written by John Forster. The book covers the first half of Swift's life, from his birth in 1667 to 1711, when he was appointed as the dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin.Forster's biography provides a detailed account of Swift's early years, including his education at Trinity College in Dublin and his early career as a writer and political commentator. The book also explores Swift's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with mental illness.Throughout the biography, Forster examines Swift's literary works, including his famous satirical novel, Gulliver's Travels, and his controversial political pamphlets. He also delves into Swift's political views and his involvement in the political and cultural landscape of Ireland and England during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.The Life of Jonathan Swift V1: 1667-1711 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides readers with a deep understanding of Swift's life, work, and legacy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish literature, satire, and the history of the early modern period.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: 1432649965
• ISBN13: 9781432649968
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"