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The Battle of the Books, and other Short Pieces

It depicts a literal battle between books in the King's Library, where ancient and modern works come alive to fight for supremacy.

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"The Battle of the Books, and other Short Pieces" by Jonathan Swift is a satire published in 1704. It depicts a literal battle between books in the King's Library, where ancient and modern works come alive to fight for supremacy. The piece enters a heated debate about whether contemporary learning surpasses classical knowledge. Through epic combat and the famous allegory of the spider and bee, Swift explores themes of pride, madness, and the relationship between creators and critics—without revealing which side wins.

Format: EPUB
Språk: Engelsk
Omfang: 136 sider
Utgitt: 1. januar 1704