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Jonathan Swift was an eighteenth century writer of satirical works such as “Gulliver’s Travels”.

When and Where was he Born?

30th November 1667, Dublin, Ireland.

Family Background:

Jonathan Swift’s parents were both English.

His father died before his birth. His sister and he were raised by his mother and three uncles.

Education:

Kilkenny School, Ireland. Trinity College, Dublin.

Timeline of Jonathan Swift

1668: At the age of one, Swift is taken by his wet nurse to her hometown of Whitehaven in Cumberland, England. 

1670: Swift returns to his family in Ireland.

1682: Swift goes to Trinity College, Dublin although he was never a very good or hard working student.

1686: He receives his degree “speciali gratia” i.e.

because of a special decree. Undaunted he stayed on to study for a higher degree.

1689: He moves to England due to political unrest in Ireland and works as sec