A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift

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By Stephanie Peterson Posted on Feb 11, 2026
In Category - Ecology
Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745 Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745
English
"A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift is a satirical essay written and published in 1729. The work shockingly suggests that Ireland's poor could solve their economic troubles by selling their children as food to the wealthy. Through sustained irony and deadpan humor, Swift uses this outrageous premise to mock hostile attitudes toward the poor and e...
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Betty Miller
2 months ago

Solid story.

Ethan Torres
1 year ago

A bit long but worth it.

Elizabeth Thompson
8 months ago

Fast paced, good book.

George Flores
1 year ago

Finally a version with clear text and no errors.

Logan Robinson
6 months ago

I had low expectations initially, however the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly. A true masterpiece.

4.5
4.5 out of 5 (8 User reviews )

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