Gulliver & Farmers
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Gulliver & Farmers
He is inspected by the farmers neighbours
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1726 Brobdingnag Farmers Gulliver Gullivers Inspected Neighbours Swift Travels
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image, titled "Gulliver and the Farmers of Brobdingnag," is a historical print depicting a scene from Jonathan Swift's classic satirical novel, "Gulliver's Travels," first published in 1726. The image transports us back in time to the fantastical land of Brobdingnag, where the diminutive Gulliver is inspected by a group of curious and awe-struck farmers. Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" is a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers with its wit, social commentary, and imaginative storytelling. In this particular scene, Gulliver, who has been stranded in Brobdingnag after a shipwreck, has been discovered by the inhabitants of this land, who are much larger than him. The farmers, intrigued by this tiny intruder, gather around to examine him, poking and prodding him with great care and fascination. The print, published in the late 18th or early 19th century, offers a visual representation of this intriguing moment in the novel. The farmers are depicted in detailed and expressive fashion, their faces filled with wonder and curiosity as they inspect the tiny figure of Gulliver. The artist has skillfully captured the sense of scale and proportion, making the viewer feel as if they too are in Brobdingnag, witnessing this extraordinary scene. This print is a testament to the enduring appeal of Swift's work and the power of the imagination. It invites us to explore the rich and fantastical world of Brobdingnag, and to consider the ways in which literature can transport us to new and wondrous places.
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