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MAKES THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY FAN OF THE CLASSICS / JONATHAN SWIFT ** PLEASE READ : Mahalo for taking the time to look at our listing. We truly appreciate it. We always do our BEST to give you the most accurate description of these beautiful books. If, however, you have any SPECIFIC questions about the SIZE of the book, NUMBER of pages, TYPE of leather, SMELL or FEEL of the book, PLEASE email us through EBay’s mail system BEFORE you bid, and we will be HAPPY to give you more information. We want you to be completely happy with your purchase and keep you as our customers for years to come!** DESCRIPTION: Easton Press full-leather binding edition of A TALE OF A TUB by JONATHAN SWIFT, LONG OUT OF PRINT. THIS IS AN HEIRLOOM EASTON WITH LAVISH GILT IMPRESSIONS TO THE BOARDS AND SPINE with GORGEOUS VINTAGE ILLUSTRATIONS . IT IS ONE OF THE MOST HIGHLY-PRIZED EDITIONS OF THIS GREAT SWIFT CLASSIC. 🍍 NOT INCLUDED... 😃 ABOUT THE BOOK: ' A Tale of a Tub ' was the first big work written by Jonathan Swift. It is arguably his most difficult satire, and perhaps his most masterly. The Tale is a prose parody which is divided into sections of "digression" and a "tale" of three brothers, each representing one of the main branches of western Christianity. Composed between 1694 and 1697, it was eventually published in 1704. 'A Tale' was long regarded as a satire on religion itself, and has famously been attacked for that, starting with William Wotton. The "tale" presents a consistent satire of religious excess, while the digressions are a series of parodies of contemporary writing in literature, politics, theology, Biblical exegesis, and medicine. The overarching parody is of enthusiasm, pride, and credulity. At the time it was written, politics and religion were still linked very closely in England, and the religious and political aspects of the satire can often hardly be separated. "The work made Swift notorious, and was widely misunderstood, especially by Queen Anne herself who mistook its purpose for profanity." "It effectively disbarred its author from proper preferment within the church," but is considered one of Swift's best allegories, even by himself. It was enormously popular, but Swift believed it damaged his prospect of advancement in the Church of England. Features stunning vintage illustrations. CONDITION: Book is in PRISTINE condition for its age — STILL IN PUBLISHER’S ORIGINAL SHRINKWRAP. We included the vintage illustrations from the first edition of this book to give you an idea of some of the artwork. They may not be exactly the same but very similar (SEE PICS FOR BETTER DETAILS). NO ATTACHED BOOKPLATES, WRITING FROM PREVIOUS OWNER, ETC. It is a GORGEOUS EDITION. SHIPPING: FREE TO US ADDRESSES ONLY. INTERNATIONAL $ based on location. WE SHIP PRIORITY MAIL & PACK VERY WELL. Please check our other listings of Easton Press, Franklin Library Limited Editions Club, First Edition Library, Folio Society, International Collectors Library, and Heritage Press editions. WE DO COMBINE SHIPPING IF YOU PURCHASE MORE THAN ONE COPY. Mahalo for looking at our listings! By bidding/purchasing this item, you are helping a very grateful family who sends you our WARMEST ALOHA & MAHALO!