9781330556788 - the sources of gulliver's travels, vol. 3 (classic reprint) de poll, max (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the origins and sources of Jonathan Swift's masterpiece, Gulliver's Travels. The author examines the literary influences that shaped Swift's satirical work, drawing connections between Gulliver's adventures and earlier tales of fantastical voyages, such as those found in the works of Philostratus, Rabelais, Bergerac, and Godwin. The book explores the thematic depth of Swift's satire, discussing how it reflects the political, social, and intellectual landscape of 18th-century England. By examining the literary and historical context of Gulliver's Travels, this book provides valuable insights into the enduring relevance and significance of Swift's work as a critique of human nature and a commentary on the follies of society. 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.…