A Tale Of A Tub by Jonathan Swift
The book is a satirical work that critiques various aspects of religion, politics, and society through a narrative that ostensibly tells the story of three brothers, each representing a major branch of Christianity, who inherit coats from their father with instructions not to alter them. However, the brothers each interpret the will differently, leading to a series of allegorical misadventures and modifications to their coats, symbolizing the corruption and misinterpretation of religious doctrines over time. Interspersed with the main narrative are digressions on various topics, showcasing the author's wit and command of irony, as he lambasts intellectual pretentiousness and the follies of his age.
The 1661st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1704
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 28,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- One Hundred Best Books (1916) (John Cowper Powys)