“A little grain of the romance is no ill ingredient to preserve and exalt the dignity of human nature, without which it is apt to degenerate into everything that is sordid, vicious and low.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
The Works of Jonathan Swift ...: With Cop'ous Notes and Additions
This volume presents a wide array of Jonathan Swift's literary works, accompanied by detailed notes and additional commentary to enhance understanding and appreciation of his texts. more
Author
Jonathan Swift
Jonathan Swift, born on November 30, 1667, and died on October 19, 1745, was an Irish writer, satirist, and politician, renowned for his satirical works. more
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