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Results for 'jonathan swift'
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De reizen van Gulliver
Volgens de overlevering werden er, nota bene in 1726, van De reizen van Gulliver in drie weken tijd tienduizend exemplaren verkocht. Dat was een wonder, want de roman is lang berucht en controversieel geweest vanwege zijn sterk satirische en antimaatschappelijke inhoud. De fantasie en de humor van de schrijver en de sprookjesachtige sfeer van het fictieve reisverslag hebben het in de loop der jaren gewonnen van de censuur. De menselijke beperkingen, de vooroordelen en het conservatisme die in De reizen van Gulliver worden geparodieerd, zijn actueler dan ooit. Lees Swift en je kijkt in de spiegel. Het verhaal van de reis is vele malen verfilmd en vaak geïmiteerd. Maar niets haalt het bij het even hilarische als confronterende origineel. De speelse fantasie en de intrigerende, parodiërende stijl van Swift fascineren en inspireren miljoenen lezers al meer dan 250 jaar.
€ 24,99 -
Gulliver's Travels
Lemuel Gulliver shipwrecked and adrift, subject to bizarre and unnerving encounters with, among others, quarrelling Lilliputians, philosophizing horses and the brutish Yahoo tribe, that change his view of humanity - and himself - for ever.
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Dunkelblum
Ein großes Geschichtspanorama am Beispiel einer kleinen Stadt. August 1989: Im österreichischen Städtchen Dunkelblum taucht ein rätselhafter Besucher auf, eine junge Frau verschwindet, ein Skelett wird gefunden. Und hinter der nahen Grenze zu Ungarn warten bereits Hunderte DDR-Flüchtlinge. Da kommen wie von selbst Erinnerungen an ein furchtbares Verbrechen zurück, das die Dunkelblumer gern für immer verdrängt hätten. Mit Witz und Suspense entwirft Eva Menasse ein großes Geschichtspanorama am Beispiel einer kleinen Stadt und erzählt vom Umgang der Bewohner mit einer historischen Schuld. »Die ganze Wahrheit wird, wie der Name schon sagt, von allen Beteiligten gemeinsam gewusst. Deshalb kriegt man sie nachher nie mehr richtig zusammen. Denn von jenen, die ein Stück von ihr besessen haben, sind dann immer gleich ein paar schon tot. Oder sie lügen, oder sie haben ein schlechtes Gedächtnis.«
€ 13,00 -
A Modest Proposal
Features Jonathan Swift's (1667-1745) devastating short satire on how to solve a famine.
€ 5,50 -
De reizen van Gulliver
Het reisverhaal is wereldberoemd: Gulliver bezoekt het eiland Lilliput (waar alles twaalf keer zo klein is als bij ons), Brobdingnag (het land der reuzen), het vliegende eiland Laputa en de Houyhnhnms, ethisch hoogstaande paarden. De reizen van Gulliver wordt algemeen beschouwd als het meesterwerk van de grote Britse satiricus Jonathan Swift. De roman was lang controversieel vanwege zijn antimaatschappelijke inhoud. Maar wie het leest om zijn kritische en correctieve bedoelingen doet het boek te kort: de fantasie en de humor en de sprookjesachtige sfeer maken het tot veel meer dan een politiek pamflet. Bovendien zijn de menselijke beperktheden, de hypocrisie, de vooroordelen en het conservatisme dat de auteur op onnavolgbare wijze aan de kaak stelt nog steeds actueel.
€ 35,99 -
The Works of Jonathan Swift
Containing Additional Letters, Tracts, and Poems, Not Hitherto Published, Volume 12 -
Five Deans
"Five Deans" is a collective biographical study that examines the lives, intellects, and spiritual contributions of five prominent figures who held the office of Dean within the Church of England. Written by Sidney Dark, the work provides an insightful look at John Colet, John Donne, Jonathan Swift, Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, and William Ralph Inge, tracing their significant influence on both the religious and literary landscapes of their respective eras. The narrative moves from the Renaissance humanism of Colet and the metaphysical depths of Donne to the sharp-witted satire of Swift. It further explores the Victorian broad-churchmanship of Stanley and the modern philosophical inquiries of Inge. Through these sketches, the book highlights the intersection of ecclesiastical authority and intellectual vigor, illustrating how these men shaped the Anglican tradition and British cultural history. "Five Deans" serves as a compelling exploration of leadership and theology, offering a deeper understanding of the diverse personalities who have guided the English Church. This volume is a valuable resource for readers interested in historical biography, ecclesiastical history, and the development of English thought across several centuries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
€ 33,36 -
A Tale of a Tub
"A Tale of a Tub" stands as one of the most brilliant and complex satires in the English language. Written by Jonathan Swift, this masterpiece is a multi-layered exploration of religious corruption and the follies of modern learning. The narrative primarily follows the allegorical adventures of three brothers-Peter, Martin, and Jack-who represent the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of England, and the various Dissenting Protestant sects. Through their struggles to interpret their father's will and manage their symbolic coats, Swift delivers a scathing critique of theological hair-splitting and the vanity of institutionalized religion. Interspersed with the main narrative are a series of digressions on subjects ranging from critics and modern authorship to madness. These sections serve to satirize the intellectual pretension and pedantry of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Swift's use of irony, parody, and wit makes "A Tale of a Tub" a foundational text in the history of satire, challenging readers to distinguish between genuine wisdom and mere rhetorical artifice. This work remains a profound examination of human nature, faith, and the often-absurd pursuit of knowledge, solidifying Swift's reputation as a master of prose and social commentary. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
€ 17,27 -
The Works of the Rev. Jonathan Swift, D.D. ...
With Notes, Historical and Critical, Volume 12 -
The Works of Jonathan Swift
Containing Additional Letters, Tracts, and Poems, Not Hitherto Published, Volume 5 -
A Tale of a Tub
€ 34,50 -
Gulliver's Travels (Cram Edition)
€ 26,50