Jonathan Swift

Jonathan Swift

Born: November 30, 1667
Died: October 19, 1745
Nationality: Irish
Profession: satirist

About Jonathan Swift

Jonathan Swift (1667–1745) was an Anglo-Irish writer essayist and satirist. He is best known for his satirical book Gulliver's Travels. Swift's trademark style is deadpan and ironic. This led to such satire being called "Swiftian." He is regarded as one of the foremost prose satirists in English literature history.

Notable Works & Achievements

Works: Author of 'Gulliver's Travels'
Achievements: Master of satire

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