Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues

In "Polite Conversation in Three Dialogues," Jonathan Swift explores the intricacies of social discourse through a series of witty and satirical exchanges between his characters. The book employs a theatrical format, allowing Swift to dissect the norms of polite society in the early 18th century with a keen eye for humor and an adeptness at irony. The dialogues reflect the era's emerging interest ...