Unpublished Letters Dean Edited by Swift Jonathan (4 results)

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating historical text presents a collection of letters exchanged between the celebrated author Jonathan Swift and his close friend Knightley Chetwode over seventeen years. Chronicling an era of political and social upheaval, these letters offer an intimate glimpse into Swift's life during his tumultuous years in Ireland as the newly appointed Dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral. Alongside personal anecdotes and musings on life, love, and friendship, the correspondence delves into the complex religious and political climate of 18th-century Ireland, providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by Swift and his contemporaries. Through these letters, readers will gain a deeper appreciation of Swift's character, his literary genius, and his enduring legacy as one of the greatest satirists in English literature. 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.

1st Edition. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat bumped and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description: xxvii, 269 pages: illustrations; 23 cm. Subjects: Swift, Jonathan 1667-1745. Chetwood, Knightly 1650-1720. Swift, Jonathan 1667-1745 Correspondence. Authors, Irish 18th century; Correspondence. English Literature. Correspondence. Genre: Illustrated. 1 Kg.