Audiobooks by Jonathan Swift

Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal - Unabridged

'A Modest Proposal' is author Jonathan Swift's infamous and shocking satirical essay in which he suggests that the plight of the poor in Ireland could be eased if they simply agreed to sell their children to the elites of society to be used as food. Swift, disgusted by the apparent disdain and apathy exhibited by the ruling classes over the sufferings of the poor in Ireland used this essay to lampoon and attack the Protestant leaders, whose anti-Catholic policies were causing hardship and famine in his own country. A classic use of Juvenalian satire (wherein the objects of the satire are made to appear monstrous and heartless), 'A Modest Proposal' has become such a famous treatise that the title itself has become a synonym for such satire today. Swift's brilliant and hard-hitting essay is presented here in its original and unabridged format and includes a brief biography of Jonathan Swift.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Brian J. Gill (Narrator)

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A Voyage to Brobdingnag

After staying in England with his wife and family for two months, Gulliver undertakes his next sea voyage, which takes him to a land of giants called Brobdingnag. Here, a field worker discovers him. The farmer initially treats him as little more than an animal, keeping him for amusement. The farmer eventually sells Gulliver to the queen, who makes him a courtly diversion and is entertained by his musical talents. Social life is easy for Gulliver after his discovery by the court, but not particularly enjoyable. Gulliver is often repulsed by the physicality of the Brobdingnagians, whose ordinary flaws are many times magnified by their huge size.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Eloise Fairfax (Narrator)

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A Voyage to the Country of the Houyhnhnms

Gulliver sets out as captain of a ship, but after the mutiny of his crew and a long confinement in his cabin, he arrives in an unknown land. This land is populated by Houyhnhnms, rational-thinking horses who rule, and by Yahoos, brutish humanlike creatures who serve the Houyhnhnms. Gulliver sets about learning their language, and when he can speak he narrates his voyages to them and explains the constitution of England. He is treated with great courtesy and kindness by the horses and is enlightened by his many conversations with them and by his exposure to their noble culture.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Eloise Fairfax (Narrator)

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A Modest Proposal

'I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child well nursed, is, at a year old, a most delicious nourishing and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricassee, or a ragout.' One of the most-studied pieces of satire in history, 'A Modest Proposal' is a darkly funny yet scathing critique of British colonialism from an Irish lens. First published in 1729 to much backlash, Swift goes to great lengths to illustrate a potential solution to poverty and overpopulation in Ireland: parents undergoing economic hardship ought to sell their children as food for the upper classes. A masterclass in irony, Swift delves into the financial benefits of his suggestion, even offering numerous ways to prepare babies for consumption. A powerful and shocking criticism of the dire conditions of Ireland and indifference of the British government at the time, 'A Modest Proposal' remains widely read to this day. This audiobook edition is narrated by the talented Malk Williams. Jonathan Swift (1667 – 1745) was an Irish writer and satirist, famed for his deadpan style of writing. He is best remembered for his satirical works 'A Modest Proposal (1729) and Gulliver's Travels (1726). A master in the art of irony, future works of satire in his style of hyperbole have subsequently been classed as 'Swiftian'.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Malk Williams (Narrator)

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A Modest Proposal

Dive into Jonathan Swift’s sharp satire in A Modest Proposal, one of literature’s most famous works of dark humor and social criticism. Written in 1729, Swift offers a shocking 'solution' to the poverty and famine affecting Ireland, proposing the unthinkable with a calm, calculated rationale that highlights the cruelty and indifference of the ruling classes. Through biting irony, Swift forces readers to confront the realities of exploitation and dehumanization in society. Narrated by Ian Michael Turrell, this audiobook brings Swift’s complex wit to life. Turrell’s performance captures the serious tone Swift adopts to drive home his satire, immersing listeners in the mock-serious prose and unrelenting logic of Swift’s voice. Perfect for fans of classic literature, satire, and thought-provoking commentary, A Modest Proposal remains as impactful today as when it was first published, challenging listeners to question societal values and human compassion.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Ian Michael Turrell (Narrator)

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A Modest Proposal

Jonathan Swift's A Modest Proposal offers a scathing commentary on 18th-century Ireland's poverty. The narrator, with chilling seriousness, proposes a solution to the burden of poor children: selling them as food to the wealthy. This outrageous idea, delivered in a satirical tone, mocks the indifference of England towards Ireland's struggles.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Bryan Matthews (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Una Modesta Proposición

'Una modesta proposición' es un ensayo satírico escrito por el autor irlandés Jonathan Swift. En este texto, Swift aborda la pobreza extrema en Irlanda durante el siglo XVIII de una manera provocativa y satírica, proponiendo una solución supuestamente lógica y pragmática para el problema. La propuesta central de Swift es que, dado que la pobreza en Irlanda es un problema tan arraigado y aparentemente insoluble, se podría resolver de manera efectiva y beneficiosa mediante la venta de los hijos de los pobres como alimento para consumo de la clase alta y para la exportación. Swift argumenta de manera sarcástica que esto aliviaría la carga económica de las familias pobres, proporcionaría ingresos adicionales y mejoraría la economía en general. A lo largo del ensayo, Swift utiliza un tono serio y razonable para discutir esta propuesta absurda, lo que hace que el lector se vea obligado a enfrentarse a la brutalidad de la situación en Irlanda y a cuestionar las actitudes y políticas que perpetúan la pobreza y la desigualdad. La verdadera intención detrás de 'Una modesta proposición' es provocar reflexión y crítica social sobre las injusticias y atrocidades que Swift percibía en la sociedad de su tiempo. El ensayo de Swift es una obra maestra de la sátira política y social, y sigue siendo relevante hoy en día como una crítica mordaz de la indiferencia y la crueldad hacia los menos afortunados en la sociedad. Su estilo ingenioso y su poderoso mensaje lo convierten en una lectura indispensable para aquellos interesados en la literatura satírica y en el análisis de las cuestiones sociales.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Remigia De La Rosa (Narrator)

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Gulliver's Travels (Unabridged)

Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift - Gulliver's Travels, or Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World. In Four Parts. By Lemuel Gulliver, First a Surgeon, and then a Captain of Several Ships is a 1726 prose satire by the Anglo-Irish writer and clergyman Jonathan Swift, satirising both human nature and the 'travellers' tales' literary subgenre. It is Swift's best known full-length work, and a classic of English literature. Swift claimed that he wrote Gulliver's Travels 'to vex the world rather than divert it'. The book was an immediate success. The English dramatist John Gay remarked: 'It is universally read, from the cabinet council to the nursery.' In 2015, Robert McCrum released his selection list of 100 best novels of all time, where he called Gulliver's Travels 'a satirical masterpiece'. Plot During his first voyage, Gulliver is washed ashore after a shipwreck and finds himself a prisoner of a race of tiny people, less than 6 inches (15 cm) tall, who are inhabitants of the island country of Lilliput. After giving assurances of his good behaviour, he is given a residence in Lilliput and becomes a favourite of the Lilliput Royal Court. He is also given permission by the King of Lilliput to go around the city on condition that he must not hurt their subjects. At first, the Lilliputians are hospitable to Gulliver, but they are also wary of the threat that his size poses to them. The Lilliputians reveal themselves to be a people who put great emphasis on trivial matters. For example, which end of an egg a person cracks becomes the basis of a deep political rift within that nation. They are a people who revel in displays of authority and performances of power. Gulliver assists the Lilliputians to subdue their neighbours the Blefuscudians by stealing their fleet. However, he refuses to reduce the island nation of Blefuscu to a province of Lilliput, displeasing the King and the royal court. Gulliver is charged with treason for, among other crimes, urinating in the capital though he was putting out a fire. He is convicted and sentenced to be blinded. With the assistance of a kind friend, 'a considerable person at court', he escapes to Blefuscu. Here, he spots and retrieves an abandoned boat and sails out to be rescued by a passing ship, which safely takes him back home with some Lilliputian animals he carries with him.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Lizzie Driver (Narrator)

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Los Viajes de Gulliver

Los viajes de Gulliver (en inglés Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, in Four Parts. By Lemuel Gulliver, First a Surgeon, and then a Captain of Several Ships, o de forma abreviada Gulliver's Travels, 1726, modificada en 1735) es una sátira en prosa del escritor y clérigo irlandés Jonathan Swift, en la cual se burla del subgénero literario de los 'relatos de viajes' de la sociedad europea de su tiempo e incluso de la naturaleza humana. Es la obra de narración larga más conocida de Swift, y un clásico de la literatura universal. El libro se volvió famoso tan pronto como fue publicado; John Gay dijo en una carta en 1726 a Swift que «es universalmente leído, desde el Gabinete del Consejo hasta la guardería»; desde entonces, nunca ha dejado de imprimirse y ha inspirado numerosas alusiones, adaptaciones e imitaciones.

Jonathan Swift (Author), Juan Padilla (Narrator)

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Von Liliput ins Wunderland - Die schönsten Jugendromane, die niemals altern: Die Hörbuch Box mit Mei

Wer jung ist, sucht das Abenteuer - den Glanz ferner Länder, die Träume der Fantasie. Seit vielen Jahren erfüllen Jugendromane diese Sehnsüchte. Ihre Heldinnen und Helden sind längst zum globalen Kulturschatz geworden. Ungekürzt gelesen sind in dieser riesigen Sammlung von Klassikern: Oliver Twist (Dickens), Alice im Wunderland (Carroll), Huckleberry Finn und Tom Sawyer (Twain), Gullivers Reisen (Swift), In 80 Tagen um die Welt (Verne), Das Dschungelbuch (Kipling), Ruf der Wildnis (London), Der kleine Lord (Burnett), Die Schatzinsel (Stevenson). Ein Hörgenuss für alle Jungen und Junggebliebenen! Mit dabei: Eine Trackliste aller Werke.

Charles Dickens, Jack London, Jonathan Swift, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, Rudyard Kipling (Author), Sven Görtz (Narrator)

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Gulliver's Travels

Gulliver's Travels (1726, amended 1735), officially Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the 'travelers' tales' literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature Produced by Macc Kay Production executive Avalon Giuliano ICON Intern Eden Garret Giuliano ©2021 Eden Garret Giuliano (P) 2021 Eden Garret Giuliano Eden Giuliano is a well-known actor, model, narrator, and champion gymnast. He makes his home in Bangkok

Jonathan Swift (Author), Eden Giuliano And The Lilliput Players (Narrator)

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BBC Classics: Adventure Collection: Gulliver’s Travels, Kidnapped, The Sign of Four, The War of the

Unabridged readings of five gripping adventure stories This thrilling anthology contains five action-packed tales of incredible journeys, a murderous treasure hunt, invaders from outer space and international espionage - all read in full by some of the very best voice actors. With over 33 hours of exciting listening, tracked by chapter, let yourself get carried away with these classic adventures. Gulliver's Travels Jonathan Swift's dark satire following Lemuel Gulliver's fantastical travels through strange and exotic lands. Read by Tony Turner. Kidnapped Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of David Balfour's youthful adventures on the high seas and across the Scottish Highlands. Read by Kenny Blyth. The Sign of the Four Arthur Conan Doyle's intriguing locked-room mystery follows Holmes and Watson as they uncover a murky tale of theft, betrayal and greed. Read by Kenny Blyth. The War of the Worlds HG Wells' iconic sci-fi story about the battle to save Earth from a Martian invasion. Read by Michael Bertenshaw. The Thirty-Nine Steps John Buchan's stirring tale of derring-do, secrets and spies set in the shadows of war. Read by Kenny Blyth. Credits: Gulliver's Travels Read by Tony Turner Produced by Ross Burman First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 1 November 2019 Kidnapped Read by Kenny Blyth Produced by Ciaran Bermingham First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 24 August 2019 The Sign of the Four Read by Kenny Blyth Produced by Ciaran Bermingham First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 22 August 2019 The War of the Worlds Read by Michael Bertenshaw Produced by Martha Littlehailes First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 23 August 2019 The Thirty-Nine Steps Read by Kenny Blyth Produced by Karen Holden First broadcast on BBC Sounds, 1 November 2019 (p) 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd © 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Arthur Conan Doyle, H.G. Wells, John Buchan, Jonathan Swift, Robert Louis Stevenson, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (Author), Kenny Blyth, Michael Bertenshaw, Tony Turner (Narrator)

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