Swift: The Man, his Works, and the Age - 9780367712549

Taylor & Francis

Swift: The Man, his Works, and the AgeVolume Two: Dr Swift\nAuthor(s): Irvin Ehrenpreis\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367712549, 978-0367712549\nSynopsis\nFirst published in 1967, Dr Swift is the second of three volumes providing a detailed exploration of the events of Swifts life. \n\nThis volume begins by assessing Swifts character, hopes and ambitions in 1699. It then traces his life and career up to 1714 in minute detail, giving close consideration to Swifts expectations and the extent to which he felt they were fulfilled. In doing so, it covers Swifts movement between Ireland and England, his reputation as a poet, his historical writing, his church preferments, involvement in politics, and much more, including his relationships with a number of prominent social figures of the time. \n\nDr Swift is ideal for those with an interest in Swifts life, and in particular his life and career between 1699 and 1714.