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Jonathan Swift

Facts about Jonathan Swift's Life

• Jonathan Swift was born on November 30th, 1667
• Swift grew up fatherless, under the care of his uncle. 
• Irish author, clergymen, and satirist. 
• Swift received his bachelor's degree from Trinity College and then worked as the statesman's assistant.
• Eventually became dean of St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin.
• He is best remembered for his 1728 book, Gulliver's Travels.

Quote by Jonathan Swift:

"Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others."

Quote about Jonathan Swift:

"To be precise, he became the rector of Agher in Meath, vicar of Laracor & Rathbeggan, and the prebend of Dunlavin. Talk about a long resume." 

- Robert Hunt