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CONTENTS
Mildendo the Metropolis of Lilliput describ'd, together with the Emperor's Palace. A Conversation between the Author and a principal Secretary, concerning the Affairs of that Empire. The Author's Offers to serve the Emperor in his Wars

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The Author by an extraoi'dinary Stratagem, prevents an Invasion. A high Title of Honour is conferr'd upon him. Ambassadors arrive from the Emperor of Blefuscu, and sue for Peace

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Of the Inhabitants of Lilliput, their Learnings, Laws, and Customs, the Manner of educating their Children. The Author's way of living in that Countrey. His Vindication of a great Lady

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The Author being informed of a Design to accuse him of High-Treason, makes his Escape to Blefuscu. His Reception there

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The Author, by a lucky Accident, finds Means to leave Blefuscu; and, after some Difficulties, returns safe to his native Country

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