Daniel Defoe

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From London to Land's End and Two Letters from the "Journey through England by a Gentleman" (eBook, ePUB)

An 18th Century Journey Through England's Social Landscape

Redaktion: Morley, Henry

Beschreibung

In "From London to Land's End and Two Letters from the 'Journey through England by a Gentleman,' Daniel Defoe embarks on a multifaceted exploration of England's landscape, society, and culture during the early 18th century. Blending travel writing with keen social commentary, Defoe employs a vivid prose style marked by meticulous observation and incisive reflection. The book is not merely a travelogue; it acts as a lens through which readers can appreciate the physical geography and the socio-political atmosphere of England in post-Restoration times, contextualizing his journey within the burgeoning interest in regional identities and the emerging rise of the modern travel narrative. Defoe, a pioneering figure in both the novel form and journalism, was significantly influenced by his own extensive travels and varied experiences as a merchant, political pamphleteer, and social commentator. His profound understanding of the English landscape and its populace reflects his broader concerns with societal development and national identity, making his observations rich and relevant to a contemporary audience. His ability to weave personal anecdotes with broader social implications contributes to the timelessness of his work. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in travel literature, historical geography, and the formative narratives of English identity. Defoe'Äôs blending of personal experience with broader commentary invites readers not only to traverse the physical landscape of England but also to engage with the underlying sociopolitical currents of his time.

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Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) was an English writer, journalist, and businessman who is best known for his novels, particularly Robinson Crusoe, which is widely considered to be one of the first novels in the English language. Defoe was born in London to a wealthy Presbyterian family and was educated at a dissenting academy. Defoe initially worked in the hosiery trade but later turned to writing, publishing a variety of political and social commentary in newspapers and pamphlets. He was a prolific writer, producing over 500 works during his lifetime, including novels, poetry, and essays. Defoe's most famous novel, Robinson Crusoe, was published in 1719 and tells the story of a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must survive on his own. The novel was a huge success and has been translated into numerous languages. In addition to his literary pursuits, Defoe was involved in politics and served as a spy and propagandist for the British government. Defoe died in 1731 and is remembered as one of the most important figures in English literature, as well as a pioneering journalist and political commentator.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 175
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664645043
• Artikelnr.: 58562784