Excerpt from The Miscellaneous Prose Works of Sir Walter Scott, Bart, Vol. 2 of 6: Life of Swift
Seer. Ll. Swift goes to Ireland with Lord Berkeley His differences with that N obleman - Obtains the Living of Laracor - He is displeased with his Sister's Marriage - His mode of Life at Laracor -mrs. Dingley and Stella come to Ireland Tisdal makes proposals of Marriage to Stella Swift embarks in Politics - His Opinion of the Afi'airs of Church and State - Tale of a Tub.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book reveals the remarkable life and career of Jonathan Swift, one of the greatest writers of the English language. Born in Dublin to impoverished English parents, Swift was raised by an uncle in Ireland. As a young man, he served as secretary and confidant to the eminent statesman and writer Sir William Temple, where he developed his literary talents. Swift's early writings, including "A Tale of a Tub," established his reputation as a master of satire and wit. He became a prominent figure in both politics and literature, serving as Dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin and engaging in numerous controversies over religion, politics, and social issues. The book explores Swift's complex personality, his relationships with influential figures of his time, and his lasting influence on English prose and satire. Through a rich tapestry of historical events and personal anecdotes, this book provides a comprehensive examination of Swift's life and work, offering insights into the mind of a brilliant and influential writer. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780259786412_0
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