Conference: "Gulliver turns 300: A re-reading for adults"

Have you ever wondered what secrets the story of Gulliver really hides beyond the tales of our childhood? I invite you to rediscover this universal classic in a fascinating talk that invites us to look at Jonathan Swift’s masterpiece with new eyes.

The conference will take place on May 21, 2026 at 19:00 in the conference room of the Centro de Cultura Antiguo Instituto in Gijón. The event is organized by the Fundación Foro Jovellanos del Principado de Asturias and is open to the general public.

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The presentation will be given by Lioba Simon Schumacher, who will guide us through an adult re-reading of Gulliver’s Travels. Although we usually remember the adventures in Lilliput and Brobdignag, this talk delves into the true nature of the book:

• A biting and timeless political satire.
• An analysis of topics such as corruption and favoritism.
• A profound critique of the intellectuals, the clergy, and the nobility of the time.
• A reflection on Swift’s vision regarding the animalization of human beings.

It is a perfect opportunity to delve into why, three centuries after its publication in 1726, this work remains so relevant and provocative. Don’t miss it!