The Drapier's Letters (1903) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120998576)

The Drapier's Letters is a collection of political pamphlets written by the famous Irish author and satirist, Jonathan Swift. Originally published in 1724, the letters were written under the pseudonym ""M.B. Drapier"" and aimed to protest against the exploitation of Ireland by the English government and merchants. The letters were a response to the introduction of copper coinage in Ireland, which was seen as a way for the English to profit at the expense of the Irish people. In the letters, Swift uses his signature wit and humor to expose the injustices and corruption of the English ruling class, while also rallying the Irish people to resist the new coinage. The letters were widely read and had a significant impact on public opinion, leading to the eventual withdrawal of the coinage scheme. The Drapier's Letters is considered a classic of Irish literature and political writing, and is still studied and admired today for its powerful message and Swift's masterful use of language and satire. This 1903 edition includes an introduction by the editor, William Henry Hills, providing historical context and analysis of Swift's work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jonathan Swift,Temple Scott
ISBN-10: 1120998573
ISBN-13: 9781120998576
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/17/2010
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d