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The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 10 Historical Writings   By: (1667-1745)

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This volume of Jonathan Swift's prose works is a comprehensive collection of his historical writings, shedding light on various aspects of English history during his time. Swift's sharp wit and satirical style are evident throughout the book, making it an engaging read for those interested in 18th-century political and social commentary.

The essays included in this volume cover a wide range of topics, from the political landscape of England to the state of Irish affairs. Swift's keen observations and biting critiques offer valuable insights into the complexities of his era, and his unique perspective is both thought-provoking and entertaining.

Overall, this volume is a must-read for fans of Swift's writing, as well as anyone interested in English history and politics. The collection is well-edited and organized, making it easy to navigate and digest. Whether you're a student of literature or simply a lover of great writing, this volume is sure to captivate and enlighten you.

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BOHN'S STANDARD LIBRARY

THE PROSE WORKS OF JONATHAN SWIFT

VOL. X

[Illustration: Jonathan Swift on the bust by Rouldiac in Trinity College Dublin]

THE PROSE WORKS

OF

JONATHAN SWIFT, D.D.

EDITED BY

TEMPLE SCOTT

VOL. X

HISTORICAL WRITINGS

1902

INTRODUCTION

Of late years, that is to say, within the last thirty odd years, there has existed a certain amount of doubt as to whether or no the work known to us as "The History of the Four Last Years of the Queen," was really the product of Swift's pen. That a work of this nature had occupied Swift during his retirement at Windsor in 1713, is undoubted. That the work here reprinted from the edition given to the world in 1758, "by an anonymous editor from a copy surreptitiously taken by an anonymous friend" (to use Mr. Churton Collins's summary), is the actual work upon which Swift was engaged at Windsor, is not so certain. Let us for a moment trace the history of what is known of what Swift did write, and then we shall be in a better position to judge of the authenticity of what we have before us.

All that we know of this work is gathered from Swift's correspondence, as published by Sir Walter Scott in his edition of Swift's Works issued in 1824. The first reference there made is in a note from Dr. William King to Mrs... Continue reading book >>


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