One of the best satires. A must read.

A must read!

Jonathan Swift took some literary swings at humanity.

What I learned from this book can be summed up in this quote:

"...For they have no conception how a rational creature can be compelled, but only advised, or exhorted; because no person can disobey reason, without giving up his claim to be a rational creature."

The beautiful and noble Houyhnhnms were, of course, my favorite characters.

I had to read these for my British Literature class. Gulliver's Travel's was intriguing and interesting. A little bit of fun and fantasy was refreshing to read. A little adventurous, and a new learning experience for a traveller. I much enjoyed reading A Modest Proposal so much more! The satire is hilarious. It's written so matter of fact, yet with undertones of humour and hilarity. Jonathan Swift is a great satirist.

The novel belonging to Augustan age (18th century) is a masterpiece of Menippean satire. The novel is written in simple words and in commons form but the the hidden ironic writing style is wroth appreciation. Travel adventures of Lemuel Gulliver is worth reading once,

Perhpas I should try to read this with adult eyes. However, I HATED Travels in high school. Modest Proposal was okay though.

I think swift is the most love in his novels

So far I like,however I also want to read so more about Swift's life too.

Swift is a fan-freaking-tastic satirical writer. A Modest Proposal was hilarious, so long as you understand it is indeed a satire. Gulliver's Travels is also satirical, and I found it fun tying the satire back to what was going on in politics when Swift wrote this. Even if you don't understand how the piece is satirical, you can still gather the themes and lessons throughout. Worth a read for sure!

One of the strangest stories I have ever come across. I wouldn't really recommend it unless you like very weird satire, and horses...

Thoroughly entertained

Jack Black was great in this movie.