The two maxims of any great man at court are, alwa · Jonathan Swift

’Tis very warm weather when one’s in bed.

The two maxims of any great man at court are, always to keep his countenance, and never to keep his word.

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Jonathan Swift

1667-11-30 — 1745-10-19 · Dublin

Jonathan Swift was an Anglo-Irish satirist, essayist, political pamphleteer, and poet, best known for "Gulliver's Travels." His biting wit and sharp social commentary made him a prominent figure in English literature. He often used irony and fantasy to critique societal norms and political corruption, leaving a lasting impact on satire and prose.