The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 2 by Jonathan Swift
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About this eBook
| Author | Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745 |
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| Editor | Ernst Browning, William, 1830- |
| Title | The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 2" by Jonathan Swift is a collection of poetic works written in the early 18th century. This volume features a variety of poems that reflect on themes such as love, friendship, and social commentary, often with a satirical edge typical of Swift's style. The opening portion of the volume includes notable pieces addressing Swift’s relationships with significant figures in his life, particularly the women Vanessa and Stella, revealing the complex social dynamics of his era and his intricate views on human relationships. The opening of this volume begins with the poem "Cadenus and Vanessa," which sets the tone for the exploration of love and intellect. In this narrative, Swift introduces a dramatic plea in a court-like setting where the goddess Venus addresses the state of love among mortals, reflecting on the nature of attraction and the follies of both genders. As the poem unfolds, it describes the complexities of romantic entanglements, with Vanessa representing youthful charm and Cadenus (believed to symbolize Swift himself) embodying the wisdom of age, instigating a thorough examination of their contrasting perspectives on love. Through witty language and clever structure, Swift lays the foundation for broader discussions on virtue, wisdom, and folly, indicative of the themes to be explored throughout this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13621 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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