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Jonathan Swift

1667–1745

1 series 4 books in order 3 standalone books

Jonathan Swift (1667-1745) was an Irish satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer, poet and cleric who became Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin. He wrote first for the Whigs, then for the Tories. He is remembered for works including Gulliver's Travels, A Modest Proposal, A Journal to Stella, Drapier's Letters, The Battle of the Books, and A Tale of a Tub.

Born
1667
Known for
Altemus' One Syllable Series

Series by Jonathan Swift

Altemus' One Syllable Series

5 books in order · 1899–1900

Standalone books

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How many books has Jonathan Swift written?

We list 4 books by Jonathan Swift across 1 series, published between 1726–1900 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Jonathan Swift's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The pilgrim's progress.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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