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A MODEST PROPOSAL
A Modest Proposal is a satirical essay by Jonathan Swift that offers a scathing critique of British policies toward Ireland in the 18th century. Presented as a serious proposal to alleviate poverty and overpopulation in Ireland, Swift suggests that the impoverished Irish should sell their children as food to the wealthy elite. Through biting wit and irony, Swift exposes the heartless exploitation of the Irish people by their British rulers and highlights the absurdity of the economic and social conditions of the time. Despite its shocking premise, A Modest Proposal is a powerful piece of political commentary that continues to resonate with readers today, challenging societal norms and prompting reflection on issues of inequality and injustice.
13 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 22, 2024
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