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Map of Laputa (flying island top right) and Balnibarbii (main port Maldonada) from
3514748 Map of Laputa (flying island top right) and Balnibarbii (main port Maldonada) from Part III: A Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib, and Japan in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Laputa (flying island top right) and Balnibarbii (main port Maldonada) from Part III: A Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib, and Japan in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), illustration by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939).); Photo eAF Fotografie; English, out of copyright
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© AF Fotografie / Bridgeman Images
1909 Cartography Dominions Fantasy Gulliver Gullivers Jonathan Laputa Menippean Parody Swift Travels Voyage
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This print showcases a detailed map of Laputa, the famous flying island, and Balnibarbii, the bustling main port of Maldonada. Taken from Part III: A Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib, and Japan in Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift, this illustration by Arthur Rackham brings to life the fantastical world created by Swift. The map reveals intricate cartography skills with its depiction of the floating island of Laputa positioned at the top right corner. Its ethereal presence is beautifully captured as it hovers above the earth below. Meanwhile, Balnibarbii takes center stage as the main port city of Maldonada. The attention to detail in showcasing its architectural wonders and busy harbor is truly remarkable. Jonathan Swift's satirical masterpiece comes alive through Rackham's imaginative interpretation. This 20th-century artwork not only captures elements of fantasy but also serves as a political commentary on society during that time period. As we delve into this visual representation from Gulliver's Travels, we are transported into a world where imagination knows no bounds. It invites us to embark on an extraordinary voyage filled with adventure and satire. With each glance at this mesmerizing print, we are reminded of the power literature holds in shaping our perception of reality while simultaneously offering an escape into realms unknown.
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