The Select Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin, Vol

Jonathan Swift

ISBN 10: 1527661784 / ISBN 13: 9781527661783

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and insightful exploration of the state of learning and religion in the early 18th century. The author, writing from a perspective rooted in the Enlightenment, uses satire and allegory to expose the hypocrisy and corruption he sees within both institutions. Through witty and often biting commentary, the book tackles themes of religious dogma, the nature of scholarship, and the role of wit in society. The text delves into the tension between tradition and progress, questioning the validity of established authority and urging readers to embrace a more critical and independent approach to knowledge. The book's sharp observations and playful style make it a timeless reflection on the human condition and the enduring battle between reason and superstition. 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.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Select Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin, Vol
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1527661784
• ISBN 13: 9781527661783
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
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This book offers a unique and insightful exploration of the state of learning and religion in the early 18th century. The author, writing from a perspective rooted in the Enlightenment, uses satire and allegory to expose the hypocrisy and corruption he sees within both institutions. Through witty and often biting commentary, the book tackles themes of religious dogma, the nature of scholarship, and the role of wit in society. The text delves into the tension between tradition and progress, questioning the validity of established authority and urging readers to embrace a more critical and independent approach to knowledge. The book's sharp observations and playful style make it a timeless reflection on the human condition and the enduring battle between reason and superstition.