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“The preaching of divines helps to preserve well-inclined men in the course of virtue, but seldom or ever reclaims the vicious.”

Quote by Jonathan Swift

Book:The Works of Jonathan Swift ...: Containing, I. His Miscellanies in prose. II. His poetical writings. III. The travels of Capt. Lemuel Gulliver. IV. Papers relating to Ireland, and The Drapier's letters. V. The conduct of the allies, and The examiners. VI. The publick spirit of the Whiggs, &c. with Polite conversation. VII. Letters to and from Dr. Swift. VIII. Directions to servants, sermons, poems, &c
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The Works of Jonathan Swift ...: Containing, I. His Miscellanies in prose. II. His poetical writings. III. The travels of Capt. Lemuel Gulliver. IV. Papers relating to Ireland, and The Drapier's letters. V. The conduct of the allies, and The examiners. VI. The publick spirit of the Whiggs, &c. with Polite conversation. VII. Letters to and from Dr. Swift. VIII. Directions to servants, sermons, poems, &c

This volume encompasses a wide array of Jonathan Swift's literary works, showcasing his versatility as a writer. It includes his prose miscellanies, poetic compositions, the famous 'Travels of Capt. Lemuel Gulliver,' and various papers and letters concerning Ireland. Additionally, it features 'The Drapier's Letters,' political commentary, and a selection of letters between Swift and his correspondents. The collection also includes practical guidance for servants, religious sermons, and further poems, providing a comprehensive overview of Swift's extensive and varied literary output. more

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Jonathan Swift
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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