What is format, and why might an author alter the format of a literary work? In your response, include an example from Gulliver's Travels to support your answer.

Format is the type of writing you choose for your text. It can be in the form of a poem, or prose, or drama, etc. depending on what you want to say and which format of literature suits your needs best. When it comes to Gulliver's Travels, it is a satirical novel written to mock human nature as well as popular 'traveler's tales' genre of literature.