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Fifteen Fictions for Summer re-release: Gulliver’s Travels

Past Present Future

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Satire and Size in Gulliver's Travels

This chapter examines the satirical elements in 'Gulliver's Travels,' focusing on the absurd political divisions in Lilliput and the profound shift in Gulliver's experience as he navigates the land of Brobdingnag. It highlights the theme of trivial disputes escalating into significant conflicts, while also addressing deeper societal commentary on beauty and the objectification of bodies.

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