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The Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D.: Carefully Selected; with a Biography of the Author

This book is a curated selection of Jonathan Swift's works, accompanied by a biography that provides insight into the life and times of the author. 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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