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Title: The Journal to Stella

Note: Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by Les Bowler

Summary: "The Journal to Stella" by Jonathan Swift is a collection of letters written in the early 18th century, focusing on the correspondence between Swift and his close friend Esther Johnson, affectionately known as Stella. The journal highlights their unique friendship, capturing a rich blend of personal reflections, daily observations, and various societal contexts in which Swift found himself. Through these letters, readers can glean insights into Swift's thoughts on his life, his whimsical yet serious nature, and the intertwining of his public interactions with private affections. At the start of the correspondence, Swift details his journey to London and the initial encounters he has with various notable figures. He shares observations on the political atmosphere and personal relationships while expressing a sense of longing for Stella's company. The opening letters illustrate his day-to-day activities and concerns regarding both professional matters and personal affections, including updates about their mutual acquaintances and agile commentary on the political landscape. Through these early exchanges, readers are introduced to Swift's candid writing style and his nuanced affections for Stella, setting the stage for the deeper exploration of their bond throughout the journal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745

Editor: Aitken, George Atherton, 1860-1917

EBook No.: 4208

Published: Jul 1, 2003

Downloads: 394

Language: English

Subject: Johnson, Esther, 1681-1728 -- Correspondence

Subject: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745 -- Correspondence

Subject: Authors, Irish -- 18th century -- Correspondence

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Journal to Stella

Note: Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: This eBook was produced by Les Bowler

Summary: "The Journal to Stella" by Jonathan Swift is a collection of letters written in the early 18th century, focusing on the correspondence between Swift and his close friend Esther Johnson, affectionately known as Stella. The journal highlights their unique friendship, capturing a rich blend of personal reflections, daily observations, and various societal contexts in which Swift found himself. Through these letters, readers can glean insights into Swift's thoughts on his life, his whimsical yet serious nature, and the intertwining of his public interactions with private affections. At the start of the correspondence, Swift details his journey to London and the initial encounters he has with various notable figures. He shares observations on the political atmosphere and personal relationships while expressing a sense of longing for Stella's company. The opening letters illustrate his day-to-day activities and concerns regarding both professional matters and personal affections, including updates about their mutual acquaintances and agile commentary on the political landscape. Through these early exchanges, readers are introduced to Swift's candid writing style and his nuanced affections for Stella, setting the stage for the deeper exploration of their bond throughout the journal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745

Editor: Aitken, George Atherton, 1860-1917

EBook No.: 4208

Published: Jul 1, 2003

Downloads: 394

Language: English

Subject: Johnson, Esther, 1681-1728 -- Correspondence

Subject: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745 -- Correspondence

Subject: Authors, Irish -- 18th century -- Correspondence

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.