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Q & A: Shakespeare, Gulliver and Trump
Past Present Future
Exploring Human Pretension Through Gulliver's Satirical Journey
The chapter delves into the themes of human pretension and Toryism as seen through Gulliver's disdain for societal structures and his detachment from human society. It analyzes the complexity of the Tory mindset and its ambivalence towards politics, drawing parallels with Gulliver's journey. The discussion also highlights the intention behind Swift's political views in Gulliver's Travels and the universal appeal of the story's satirical elements.
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