Author: Jonathan Swift
Illustrator: Gennady Kalinovsky
Year: 1992
Publisher: Middle Ural Publisher
This edition of Gulliver’s Travels features illustrations by Gennady Kalinovsky, who brings Swift’s story to life with careful attention to both thought and feeling. The Lilliputians are small but full of character—each one active, clever, and distinct. Gulliver’s presence makes their tiny world feel both real and surprising.
Kalinovsky didn’t follow strict historical costumes. Instead, he created a mix that suits the story’s timeless satire. Each Lilliputian is drawn as an individual, with distinct personality and presence, making the tiny world feel alive and complex.
This is Kalinovsky’s first fully colored book, and color plays a key role. It gives energy, rhythm, and a smooth visual flow across the story. The pictures support the text without overshadowing it, letting Swift’s humor and insight come through.
Overall, Kalinovsky’s illustrations make Swift’s classic tale engaging, lively, and subtly funny, highlighting both the cleverness of the tiny Lilliputians and the wonder of Gulliver’s adventures.