“Orators inflame the people, whose anger is really but a short fit of madness.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
The Works of the Reverend Dr. Jonathan Swift: Miscellanies in prose
This volume includes a selection of prose works by the renowned Irish writer Jonathan Swift, covering a range of topics and demonstrating his wit, satire, and social commentary. The Miscellanies in prose feature a variety of essays, letters, and other writings that reflect Swift's intellectual depth and his engagement with contemporary issues. 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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