Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Classics
Level 16: Gulliver's Travels
(Author) Jonathan SwiftIn Gulliver's Travels Gulliver sets out on a sea voyage hungry for adventure. He is shipwrecked on an island inhabited by tiny people - but every time Gulliver thinks things can't get any stranger, they always do TreeTops Classics are adapted and abridged versions of classic stories to enrich and extend children's reading experiences.
Jonathan Swift
Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) was an Irish writer and clergyman known for his satirical works that critiqued society and politics. His most famous work, "Gulliver's Travels," is a biting satire on human nature and the flaws of society. Swift's writing is characterized by wit, irony, and a keen eye for social commentary. He was a master of the satire genre, using humor and exaggeration to shed light on the absurdities of his time. Swift's contributions to literature have had a lasting impact on the genre of satire, influencing countless writers and thinkers.
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