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The Jonathan Swift Library

The Jonathan Swift Library

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Welcome, curious listener, to The Jonathan Swift Library, a most serious repository of voyages, follies, and uncomfortable truths. Within this auditory cabinet you shall find entire books read aloud, as if rescued from the dust of some neglected Enlightenment shelf. Expect giants and tiny emperors, philosophers both wise and ridiculous, and the occasional reminder that mankind, for all its claims to reason, remains delightfully absurd. Pray sit upright, adjust your headphones with dignity, and prepare to be entertained, corrected, and perhaps gently mocked.Public domain
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  • The Battle of the Books - The first he wrote OCT. 17, 1727

    The Battle of the Books - The first he wrote OCT. 17, 1727
    Mar 24 2026
    In which a deeply devout prayer is offered for the restoration and comfort of a cherished individual enduring a long and fragile illness, beseeching divine mercy, patience, and strength for both the sufferer and those who hold her dear. The plea reflects a gentle resignation to the mysteries of Providence, extolling virtues and seeking solace in the hope of eternal peace beyond worldly affliction.
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    4 m
  • The Battle of the Books - To Stella

    The Battle of the Books - To Stella
    Mar 22 2026
    In which a devoted friend extols the virtues of Stella, a lady whose wit, honour, and courage transcend the common prejudices of her sex, illustrating true nobility of mind with a gentle yet firm voice. We are also tenderly given a glimpse into the intimate care and profound affection shared during a time of illness, underscoring the sincerity of friendship beyond mere words.
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    7 m
  • The Battle of the Books - Stella’s Birthday, March 13, 1726

    The Battle of the Books - Stella’s Birthday, March 13, 1726
    Mar 20 2026
    In which a reflective and tender birthday meditation gently unfolds, extolling the enduring comfort found in a life well lived and the virtue that nourishes the mind beyond bodily decline. The verses contemplate the stoic courage of a beloved friend, inviting solace in past deeds of kindness and the hope of a tranquil future state.
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    4 m
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