The political satire
Defoe's fictional novel describes a utopia of the British parliamentary system. According to Defoe, each Member of Parliament works in collaboration with other members to create perfect laws. However, satirically, the reality is different because most parliament members have personal interests they pursue. Therefore, a utopia parliamentary system is just a myth that does not apply in reality.
The irony of the Protestants
The author's description of England's ruling majority depicts a powerful authority that any force cannot shake. Yet, ironically, the 1704 political dreadlock fueled by Protestants forced the ruling majority to choose the path of amnesty and civil freedom. Therefore, power belongs to the people but not to the few individuals in the ruling class.
The flying vehicle
The satire of the flying vehicle is entirely based on its ability to balance on-air as it makes its trip from the earth to the moon. According to the author, the vehicle has wings that aid it in navigating through the air. Satirically, the entire episode is an imaginary analogy by the author to describe the British parliamentary system in the 17th century.
The irony of actuality
The entire novel is intriguing because it is all about traveling to the moon and other parts of the world. However, the reader is stuck between reality and illusion. Ironically, despite the novel being fictional, China's journey is actual and realistic, but traveling to the moon is entirely satirical.
The irony of the moon
The reader knows that people living on earth make advancements in the moon for various reasons. For instance, people travel from earth to space to set sidelights which enhance communication. Ironically, the author indicates that the people living on the moon are more advanced technologically than those living on earth. On the contrary, no people are living on the moon because it cannot sustain life.
