LIFE OF

JONATHAN SWIFT
EDUCATION

Topics CAREER

WRITING STYLE

WORKS
 Jonathan Swift
 Born on November 30, 1667 in Dublin
Ireland
 He was an Author, Satirist, Essayist and
Political Journalist.
 His deadpan writing style, has led such
satire being termed ” Swiftian”
 He was known by his pen name Isaac
Bikkerstaff, M.B Drapier, Lamuel
Gulliver, Simon Wagstaff…
 Died : October 19, 1745 at Dublin Ireland

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 JONATHAN SWIFT`S
EDUCATION
-He got his early education from Kikenny School in
Ireland.
-He went to the tiny College, Dublin in 1682
where he received his B.A. degree in 1686.
-He received his M.A degree from hart hall -Oxford in
1692 and received his Doctorine degree from Trinity
College Dublin in February 1702.
 CAREER
 Started his career as a diplomat and writer
 He supported Whig Party
 Work for English Government
 Also won the “National Book Critic Circle Award”
 His masterpiece of political satire are:

“ Guilliper’s Travels ”
” A Tale of Tub ”
“ A Modest Proposal”

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 Writing Style
Satire
-Satire is a writing style that uses humor and
irony to criticize and ridicule people, ideas,
institutions, or societal norms. It often
exaggerates flaws and absurdities to
highlight underlying issues or hypocrisy,
aiming to provoke thought and bring about
change through laughter and wit.
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Irony and Sarcasm
-are writing styles that involve saying or
expressing something in a way that conveys a
meaning opposite to the literal interpretation.
Irony is a contrast between what is expected and
what actually occurs, often highlighting
incongruities or contradictions. Sarcasm, on the
other hand, involves using mocking or cutting
remarks to convey contempt or ridicule, often
through the guise of humor.
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 Writing Style
Political Coruption Religious Hyprocrisy
-The writing style associated with -Religious hypocrisy involves individuals
political corruption often involves or institutions professing a commitment
exposing and condemning such to certain religious beliefs or principles
actions through investigative while behaving in ways that contradict or
journalism, whistleblowing, or violate those same values.
commentary. It seeks to shed light
on the misuse of authority, fostering
awareness and encouraging
accountability within the political
landscape.

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 FAMOUS WORKS OF
JONATHAN SWIFT

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 Guilliver’s Travels

WHEN WAS GULLIVER'S TRAVELS BY JONATHAN SWIFT

PUBLISHED?
-GULLIVER'S TRAVELS, FOUR-PART SATIRICAL WORK BY ANGLO-
IRISH AUTHOR JONATHAN SWIFT, PUBLISHED ANONYMOUSLY IN
OCTOBER 28, 1726 AS TRAVELS INTO SEVERAL REMOTE NATIONS OF
THE WORLD.
 "Gulliver's Travels" is a classic
satirical novel by Jonathan Swift
that tells the story of Lemuel
Gulliver's journeys to fantastical
lands. Gulliver encounters miniature
people, giant beings, intelligent
horses, and more, providing a
platform for Swift's clever critiques
of human nature, politics, and
society. The novel uses humor and
fantasy to expose the flaws and
absurdities of humanity, making it a
timeless work that continues to
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 What was Jonathan Swift's main purpose in writing
Gulliver's Travels?
-Jonathan Swift wrote "Gulliver's Travels" with the primary purpose of
using satire to criticize and expose the flaws, vices, and absurdities of
human nature, politics, and society in the 18th century. Through the
protagonist Lemuel Gulliver's fantastical journeys, Swift aimed to
provide a humorous and insightful commentary on the corruption of
governments, the abuse of power, and the irrationality of human
behavior, making the novel a powerful work of social and political
satire.
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 “A Tale of a Tub”

A Tale of a Tub, prose satire by Jonathan Swift,

written between 1696 and 1699, published
anonymously in 1704, and expanded in 1710.

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 "A Tale of a Tub"

is a satirical work by Jonathan Swift that

narrates the fictional history of three brothers,
each representing a different Christian
denomination. The main narrative focuses on
their inheritance of a coat from their deceased
father, symbolizing religious doctrine. The text is
a clever critique of religious extremism,
theological disputes, and the misuse of
knowledge. Through allegory and satire, Swift
mocks the religious factions of his time,
questioning the sincerity and rationality of
religious practices. The work is known for its
sharp wit and serves as a satirical exploration of
the challenges posed by conflicting religious
ideologies in the 17th century.
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Why did Jonathan Swift wrote A Tale of a Tub?
-Swift intended the work to criticize various religious factions
and their often absurd interpretations of doctrine. Through
allegory and satire, he aimed to highlight the hypocrisy and
irrationality within religious institutions and the dangers of
fanaticism. "A Tale of a Tub" reflects Swift's skepticism towards
religious dogma and his belief in the importance of reason and
moderation in matters of faith.

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 “ A Modest Proposal”

A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift, written in 1729, is a

satire and perhaps the most popular and controversial of
Swift's works.

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 "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift

- is a satirical essay that suggests a shocking

solution to address the issue of overpopulation and
poverty in Ireland during the 18th century. Swift
proposes that impoverished Irish families sell their
infants as a source of income and sustenance for the
wealthy. Through a veneer of logical and economic
reasoning, Swift harshly criticizes British
exploitation of Ireland and highlights the
dehumanizing effects of poverty. The essay serves as
a scathing indictment of the oppressive policies
imposed by the British government on the Irish
people, using irony and dark humor to provoke
thought and draw attention to the dire socio-
economic conditions of the time.
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 What is the problem in Jonathan Swift's A Modest
Proposal, why it become controversial?

-The problems in "A Modest Proposal" are that people

are out of jobs, they are struggling to feed their children,
and the country is overpopulated. To solve these, the
modest proposal is for parents to sell one-year-old
children as food for the wealthy landowners.
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