A Modest Proposal & The Benefits of Farting Explained
Enriched edition.By Jonathan Swift
Length1h 51m
About this audiobook
Jonathan Swift's 'A Modest Proposal & The Benefits of Farting Explained' is a satirical masterpiece that tackles societal issues through absurd proposals and humorous anecdotes. The book consists of two separate essays, with 'A Modest Proposal' suggesting that impoverished Irish families should sell their children as food to the wealthy, critiquing the English exploitation of Ireland. 'The Benefits of Farting Explained' explores the taboo subject of flatulence with a mix of scientific reasoning and witty humor, challenging societal norms. Swift's writing style is sharp, ironic, and thought-provoking, making readers reflect on the absurdity of the world. Both essays showcase Swift's mastery of satire and his ability to critique politics and society with clever allegories and biting commentary. Jonathan Swift, a renowned Irish author and satirist, was known for his sharp wit and criticism of societal issues. His background as a clergyman and political activist likely influenced his writing, allowing him to use humor to address serious topics. 'A Modest Proposal & The Benefits of Farting Explained' is a must-read for those interested in satire, social commentary, and literary classics.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (16)
Includes Goodreads
GenreHumor
Length1 hr 51 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE DEVIL'S DICTIONARY
2Ruggles of Red Gap
3GULLIVER'S TRAVELS (Illustrated Edition)
4The Benefits of Farting Explained & A Modest Proposal
5The History of English Humor
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6Introduction
7Author Biography
8Historical Context
9Synopsis (Selection)
10The Benefits of Farting Explained
11A Modest Proposal for preventing the children of poor people in Ireland, from being a burden on their parents or country, and for making them beneficial to the publick
12Analysis
13Reflection
14Memorable Quotes
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