Quote by Jonathan Swift

I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child, well nursed, is at a year old, a most delicious, nourishing, and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricassee, or a ragout.

I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquain

Summary

This quote is a fictitious statement made by Jonathan Swift in his 1729 satirical essay, "A Modest Proposal." Swift suggests that a healthy child, when prepared as food, can be both nutritious and delectable. However, this quote is not meant to be taken literally, but rather as a satire on the political and social issues of Swift's time. It aims to critique the callousness of individuals who prioritize profit over the well-being of the impoverished and oppressed. Swift uses extreme exaggeration to draw attention to the injustices prevalent in society.

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