First published in 1969, this title examines the works of Jonathan Swift from both a literary and an historical perspective. W. A. Speck first presents Swift in his historical context, analysing in particular the interplay between his religious and political views. Light is thrown on the early pamphlets as well as on A Tale of a Tub and Gulliver's Travels, alongside a fascinating chapter by Philip Roberts considering Swift's poetry. This illuminating title will be of value to any literature students with an interest in the writings of Swift and the historical context in which he worked.
- ISBN10 0237445018
- ISBN13 9780237445010
- Publish Date May 1969
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 12 February 1993
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Evans Brothers
- Edition Illustrated edition
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 160
- Language English