The Plague of London Together With Religious Courtship - Defoe, Daniel
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The history of the great plague in London, in which the author embodies a number of stories upon this subject with what he might actually have read, or of which he might otherwise have received as direct evidence. Contents: bills of mortality first published; infallible preventives; protective measures by the Lord Mayor; examiners appointed; orders concerning the affected house; tippling houses closed; pits for reception of the dead; the dead carts; profanity of the people; wholesale robbery and murder; remarkable preservation of three poor men and their adventures; the plague among the…mehr

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The history of the great plague in London, in which the author embodies a number of stories upon this subject with what he might actually have read, or of which he might otherwise have received as direct evidence. Contents: bills of mortality first published; infallible preventives; protective measures by the Lord Mayor; examiners appointed; orders concerning the affected house; tippling houses closed; pits for reception of the dead; the dead carts; profanity of the people; wholesale robbery and murder; remarkable preservation of three poor men and their adventures; the plague among the shipping; origin of the infection; modes of detecting the distemper; embargo on ships and commerce; the crisis; the plague subsides.
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Daniel Defoe, born around 1660 in London, was a pioneering English writer, journalist, and merchant. Initially involved in trade, Defoe's business ventures were marked by both success and significant financial struggles, which often led him into debt. His early experiences, including the Great Plague and the Great Fire of London, deeply influenced his later writings.Defoe turned to writing as a means of income and became one of the most prolific authors of his time, producing over 300 works on a wide range of topics, including politics, religion, and economics. He is best known for his novel Robinson Crusoe (1719), which is considered one of the first English novels and has been widely translated. Defoe's work was not limited to fiction; he was also a significant figure in early journalism, using his writing to influence public opinion and engage in political discourse.Throughout his life, Defoe was often embroiled in political controversies, leading to his imprisonment on several occasions. His ability to blend fact with fiction in works like A Journal of the Plague Year (1722) demonstrates his skill in creating compelling narratives that resonated with contemporary issues. Defoe's legacy as a writer and thinker continues to be recognized for its impact on literature and journalism.