An Analysis of Swift's "A Modest Proposal"
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An Analysis of Swift's "A Modest Proposal" Swift, in his modest proposal, has parodied a rational economic proposal of the type commonly submitted to the British government. However in doing so he has put forth ideas for economic savings and gain, suspending any sense of seemingly basic moral attitudes. It is a political satire full of irony, dealing with the problem of homelessness in Ireland. Swift has organised his proposal clearly and objectively. To begin with, he has described the social problem and expressed the necessity for a solution. He has then expressed his determination to resolve this critical situation, emphasizing his hope for public approval. He has then put forward his proposal and explained the plan and the benefits of it. Any possible arguments have been invalidated and the main benefits have been summarised. Finally he has expressed his sincere intentions for promoting this proposal. The persona Swift...

