In "A Modest Proposal," Jonathan Swift employs a satirical structure that begins with an exposition of the dire social and economic conditions in Ireland. He presents his shocking proposal to alleviate poverty by suggesting that the impoverished might sell their children as food to the wealthy. The essay is organized into a logical progression, where Swift outlines the benefits of his proposal, counterarguments, and concludes with a chilling endorsement of his own plan. This structure reinforces the satire, revealing the absurdity of treating human lives as mere commodities.
"A Modest Proposal" was written by Jonathan Swift in 1729.
A Modest Proposal is best described as a juvenile satire.
The first paragraphs read as though the work is not a satire.
The first paragraphs read as though the work is not a satire.
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A Modest Video Game Proposal was created in 2005.
Jonathan Swift wrote "A Modest Proposal" in English.
"A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift is a satirical essay.
"A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift is an essay. It follows a typical essay structure with an introduction, body paragraphs presenting the argument, and a conclusion. The language used is satirical and persuasive, aiming to draw attention to and critique social issues.
The cast of A Modest Proposal - 2009 includes: Leah Braun as Abigaille
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