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275,290 ratings7,700 reviews. A wickedly clever satire uses comic inversions to offer telling insights into the nature of man and society. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read. Gulliver's Travels describes the four voyages of Lemuel Gulliver, a ship's surgeon. In Lilliput he discovers a world in ...
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Jan 25, 2020 · Classic Literature. Reviews. Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels is one of the most enduring stories in English, still being read almost 300 years since it was first published. Its durability is due to its storytelling qualities though it is arguably more of a satire than a novel and the relevance of that satire may have diminished over time.
Dec 22, 2010 · Gulliver soon finds himself not a captive but more like a hero, god, adviser and warrior for the Lilliputians, whose society resembles an Arthurian, not a Swiftian, fantasy. On an island with a seaside castle, they wear the costumes and play the roles of medieval romantic swashbucklery. And they talk the talk.
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Dec 25, 2010 · Rated: 0/5 Jan 1, 2011 Full Review James McMahon NME (New Musical Express) Black's take on Gulliver's Travels may be released in the closing days of 2010 - but there will be few less impressive ...
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The brilliance of “ Gulliver’s Travels ” lies in its ability to transcend time, inviting readers across generations to engage with its multifaceted layers. Swift’s sharp satire prompts introspection, urging us to examine our society and values. The narrative catalyzes thought, pushing readers to question prevailing norms and attitudes.
Jul 16, 2023 · The story is delivered on screen with ingenious skill: remember, there are two stories to be told at once - Gulliver's travels, as he relives them with us, the viewer, and Gulliver after his travels, as he tells them to us, the viewer. These are two sides of the same coin, and the filmmakers weave them together with clever artistry.
Dec 25, 2010 · Our review: Parents say ( 36 ): Kids say ( 41 ): Whether you'll enjoy GULLIVER'S TRAVELS or not all boils down to how much you enjoy Black's brand of humor. For those who consider him an irresistible jokester, this is a slightly better-than-average comedy with loads of pop culture references and that signature Black comedy. Audiences who are ...
