50 pages 1 hour read

Jonathan Swift

Gulliver's Travels: Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World.

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1726

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Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift captivates with its satirical prowess and imaginative landscapes. Praised for its wit and insightful social commentary, it remains a relevant critique of human nature. Some readers, however, find its outdated language challenging. The novel's episodic structure can be disjointing, but it offers a rich, multi-layered reading experience.

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Who Should Read Gulliver's Travels?

A reader who enjoys Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift typically appreciates satirical and adventurous literature. This reader likely has a penchant for biting social and political commentary, similar to that found in George Orwell's Animal Farm and Aldous Huxley's Brave New World. Enthusiasts of fantastical journeys resembling those in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll may also find this classic appealing.

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Reading Age

14+years

Book Details

Genre
Satire
Classic Fiction
Fantasy
Themes
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Society: Politics & Government
Self Discovery