“No man of honor, as the word is usually understood, did ever pretend that his honor obliged him to be chaste or temperate, to pay his creditors, to be useful to his country, to do good to mankind, to endeavor to be wise or learned, to regard his word, his promise, or his oath.”
Quote by Jonathan Swift
Work
The works of Jonathan Swift, D.D.: with copious notes and additions and a memoir of the author
Comprising a comprehensive selection of Jonathan Swift's writings, this volume offers readers access to his renowned satirical and philosophical works. The text is accompanied by detailed notes and additions that provide context and analysis. Additionally, the book includes a memoir that offers insights into Swift's life and career. 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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