Quote by George Orwell

If I had to make a list of six books which were to be preserved when all others were destroyed, I would certainly put Gulliver's Travels among them.

If I had to make a list of six books which were to be preser

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This quote expresses the significance and value of Gulliver's Travels in a hypothetical scenario of preserving only a few books while destroying all others. The speaker emphasizes that out of all the books available, Gulliver's Travels deserves a spot among the chosen few. It implies that the novel possesses exceptional qualities that make it worthy of preservation and recognition, suggesting its enduring relevance and enduring impact on readers.

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