“Seamen have a custom, when they meet a whale, to fling him out an empty tub by way of amusement, to divert him from laying violent hands upon the ship.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
A tale of a tub,: written for the universal improvement of mankind. To which is added, An account of a battle between the ancient and modern books in St. James's Library
This book is a blend of satire and philosophical musings, examining societal norms and the pursuit of wisdom through the lens of a fictional conversation in a bathtub. It also includes an account of a fictional battle between ancient and modern books in a library, reflecting on the evolution of literature and learning. 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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