Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Jonathan Swift

"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Jonathan Swift" by Jonathan Swift is a comprehensive digital compilation of the notable works by the renowned satirist and writer, Jonathan Swift, classified under various genres such as essays, poems, and political tracts. This collection likely draws from the early 18th century, a significant period in Swift's life, when he wrote many of his hallmark pieces. The primary focus of this book is to catalog and provide access to Swift's extensive body of work, which covers themes of satire, society, and politics. The compilation features several of Swift's most famous writings, including "Gulliver's Travels," which details fantastical voyages and explores human nature through social commentary. It includes "A Modest Proposal," a satirical essay addressing the dire state of poverty in Ireland, calling for drastic social and economic reforms. Readers will find a mix of historical writings, poems, and political commentary reflecting the author's wit and critical perception of society, governance, and human folly. This index serves not only as an archive of Swift's literary contributions but also as a resource for understanding the context and content of his works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Jonathan Swift was an Anglo-Irish writer who became Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin, hence his common sobriquet, "Dean Swift".