Memoirs Of A Cavalier - Defoe, Daniel
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"Memoirs of a Cavalier" is a historical novel written by Daniel Defoe. The book is presented as the memoirs of an anonymous Englishman who fought as a cavalryman during the tumultuous years of the English Civil War and the subsequent conflicts. The narrative provides a vivid and detailed account of the protagonist's experiences, capturing the political, social, and military landscape of 17th-century England. "Memoirs of a Cavalier" offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of the English Civil War, exploring themes of loyalty, honor, and survival amidst the chaos of war. The book delves…mehr

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"Memoirs of a Cavalier" is a historical novel written by Daniel Defoe. The book is presented as the memoirs of an anonymous Englishman who fought as a cavalryman during the tumultuous years of the English Civil War and the subsequent conflicts. The narrative provides a vivid and detailed account of the protagonist's experiences, capturing the political, social, and military landscape of 17th-century England. "Memoirs of a Cavalier" offers readers a glimpse into the complexities of the English Civil War, exploring themes of loyalty, honor, and survival amidst the chaos of war. The book delves into the protagonist's struggles, challenges, and moments of triumph, shedding light on the realities of warfare and its impact on individuals. Defoe's historical accuracy and attention to detail, combined with his compelling storytelling, make "Memoirs of a Cavalier" a significant work in the genre of historical fiction. Overall, "Memoirs of a Cavalier" stands as a testament to Defoe's skill as a writer and his ability to transport readers to a bygone era, immersing them in the world of a soldier's life during a turbulent period of English history.
Autorenporträt
Daniel Defoe was born in 1660, in london, and became initially christened daniel foe, converting his name across the age of thirty-five to sound greater aristocratic. Like his man or woman robinson crusoe, Defoe become a third child. His mother and father, james and mary foe, had been presbyterian dissenters. James foe was wax and candle merchant. As a boy, daniel witnessed two of the greatest disasters of the seventeenth century: a recurrence of the plague and the extremely good fireplace of london in 1666. Those events may additionally have shaped his fascination with catastrophes and survival in his writing.