Jonathan Swift, born on November 30, 1667, and passing away on October 19, 1745, was a multifaceted individual who excelled as a satirist, author, essayist, political pamphleteer, poet, and Anglican cleric.
As the Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin, Swift gained the nickname "Dean Swift." His literary works are iconic and have stood the test of time, including "A Tale of a Tub" (1704),"An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity" (1712),"Gulliver's Travels" (1726),and "A Modest Proposal" (1729).
The Encyclopædia Britannica recognizes Swift as the foremost prose satirist in the English language, with his poetry being less well-known. Initially, he published his works under pseudonyms or anonymously, showcasing his mastery of the Horatian and Juvenalian styles of satire.
Swift's writing style, characterized by its deadpan and ironic tone, particularly in "A Modest Proposal," has inspired a style of satire known as "Swiftian."
