“What we call the Irish Brogue is no sooner discovered, than it makes the deliverer, in the last degree, ridiculous and despised; and, from such a mouth, an Englishman expects nothing but bulls, blunders, and follies.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
The drapier's letters (cont.) Miscellaneous tracts upon Irish affairs. Sermons
This book is a compilation of letters and various tracts that focus on issues related to Ireland. It also includes sermons that delve into religious and societal matters pertinent to the time. 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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