The Travels of Lemuel Gulliver (novel)

*Gulliver’s Travels* by Jonathan Swift is a satirical adventure novel that follows Lemuel Gulliver, a ship's surgeon, as he encounters various fantastical societies during his voyages. Through these encounters—such as the tiny Lilliputians, the huge Brobdingnagians, and the philosophical Houyhnhnms—Swift explores themes like human nature, politics, and society. The novel uses these imaginative settings to criticize and reflect on European culture, government, and morality. Ultimately, it offers a blend of comedy, satire, and insight into human folly, encouraging readers to question their assumptions about civilization and human behavior.