Part II

Characters

Lemuel Gulliver: the main character and narrator of the novel, a ship's surgeon

The giant people: the inhabitants of Brobdingnag, a land of giant people

The king of the giant people: the ruler of Brobdingnag

The farmer who rescues Gulliver: a kind-hearted man who takes Gulliver in and introduces him to the giant people's society

Themes

Physical and mental difference: Gulliver's size and appearance cause him to be seen as a curiosity and an outsider by the giant people, and his ability to adapt to their society highlights the potential for cooperation and understanding between different groups

Power and authority: the giant people's attitudes towards Gulliver reflect their own sense of superiority and their desire to exert control over him, but as Gulliver becomes more integrated into their society, he is also able to exert influence and share his own perspective

Society and culture: Gulliver's observations of the giant people's society provide insight into their way of life and their values, including their views on education, religion, and politics

Human nature: Gulliver's interactions with the giant people highlight the complexities of human behavior and the influence of social and cultural factors on personal actions and beliefs.

Summary