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CONTENTS

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A Phenomenon solved by modern Philosophy and Astronomy. The Laputians' great Improvements in the latter. The King's method of suppressing Insurrections

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The Author leaves Lapiita, is conveyed to Balnibarbi, arrives at the Metropolis. A Description of the Metropolis and the Country adjoining. The Author hospitably received by a great Lord. His Conversation with that Lord

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CHAP. V

The Author permitted to see the grand Academy of Lagado. The Academy largely described. The Arts wherein the Professors employ them,selves

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CHAP. VI

A further Account of the Academy. The Author proposes some Improvements which are honourably received

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CHAP. VII

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CHAP. VIII

A further account of Glubbdubdrib. Ancient and Modern History corrected

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