“Where Young must torture his invention To flatter knaves, or lose his pension.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
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The select works of Jonathan Swift ...: containing the whole of his poetical works ... embellished with engravings
This book is a curated compilation of Jonathan Swift's poetry, presented in a format that includes decorative engravings. It offers readers a comprehensive view of Swift's poetic contributions. more
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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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