Jonathan Swift And Gulliver's Travels (2010)

  
Format:  Jonathan Swift And Gulliver's Travels DVD 
 
 
Although a prolific writer with many successful works, Irish satirist Jonathan Swift is best known for his 1726 masterpiece "Gulliver's Travels"--a universally read satire on human nature and the literary genre of traveler's tales. This enlightening documentary presents an in-depth look at the masterful author, his influential works, and the lasting effects they have had worldwide. 70 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: Dolby Digital stereo.
 
SKU: D14746
$13.49
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Category:
Documentary
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
Format: 
Widescreen
Closed Captioned:
 No

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