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Glumdalclitch teaches Gulliver to read from Part II
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Glumdalclitch teaches Gulliver to read from Part II
3514742 Glumdalclitch teaches Gulliver to read from Part II: A Voyage to Brobdingnag in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Glumdalclitch teaches Gulliver to read from Part II: A Voyage to Brobdingnag in Gullivers Travels by Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), illustration by Arthur Rackham (1867-1939).); Photo eAF Fotografie; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22729814
© AF Fotografie / Bridgeman Images
1909 Brobdingnag Brobdingnagian Giant Gulliver Gullivers Jonathan Menippean Parody Read Swift Teaches Travels
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In this print, we are transported into the fantastical world of Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels". The renowned illustrator Arthur Rackham brings to life a pivotal moment from Part II: A Voyage to Brobdingnag. The scene depicts Glumdalclitch, Gulliver's caretaker and companion in the land of giants, teaching him how to read. With her gentle guidance, Gulliver is introduced to the power of words and knowledge. Rackham skillfully captures their interaction, emphasizing the stark contrast in size between them. As our eyes wander across the image, we cannot help but be drawn to the intricate details that adorn every corner. From Glumdalclitch's delicate features and flowing gown to Gulliver's earnest expression as he absorbs each word on the page - it is evident that Rackham has poured his heart into creating this enchanting illustration. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this print serves as a reminder of Swift's satirical genius. Through his clever storytelling and biting political commentary, he invites us to question societal norms and challenge authority. In this particular passage, Swift uses Glumdalclitch as a symbol of enlightenment amidst a world dominated by giants. This timeless artwork not only celebrates Rackham's artistic prowess but also pays homage to one of literature's most enduring works. It serves as an invitation for us all to embark on our own intellectual journey alongside Gulliver through lands both strange and familiar.
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