
Description Of A City Shower
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**Summary:** Jonathan Swift's "Description of a City Shower" is a satirical poem that humorously describes the sudden arrival of a rainstorm in a city. The poem begins with a vivid depiction of the storm's onset, with the wind whipping up dust and papers, and the rain pouring down in torrents. Swift then goes on to describe the reactions of the city's inhabitants, who are variously caught off guard, annoyed, or amused by the storm. The poem ends with a wry observation about the impermanence of the storm and the city's quick return to its usual bustle and activity. **Description:** Swift's poem is a clever and amusing take on a common urban experience. His use of vivid imagery and satirical wit creates a memorable and entertaining poem that captures the essence of a city shower.Book Details
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Jonathan Swift
Ireland
Swift is remembered for works such as A Tale of a Tub (1704), An Argument Against Abolishing Christianity (1712), Gulliver's Travels (1726), and A Modest Proposal (1729). He is regarded by the Encyclo...
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