Jonathan Swift
Birth Name:
Jonathan Swift
Birth Place:
Dublin, Ireland
Profession
Writer
Fast Facts
- In 1686, he earned a degree from Dublin University
- Received his master's degree from the University of Oxford in 1692
- Was a distant relative of famed explorer Sir Walter Raleigh
- Is best known for his satirical works, including "Gulliver's Travels" and "A Modest Proposal․"
- Served as a Dean of St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin
- Was one of the authors admired by George Orwell
- Held friendships with fellow writers John Gay, John Arbuthnot and Alexander Pope