Daniel Defoe: Complete Novels: The Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, Captain Singleton, Moll Flanders, Colonel Jack...

by Daniel Defoe

Overview

In 'Daniel Defoe: Complete Novels,' readers are invited into the expansive literary universe crafted by one of the 18th century's pioneering novelists. This comprehensive collection includes Defoe's seminal works such as 'Robinson Crusoe' and 'Moll Flanders,' showcasing his masterful blend of realism and fiction. Defoe's narrative style is characterized by detailed character development and an acute sense of social commentary, reflecting the tumultuous socio-economic landscape of early modern England. His experiences as a merchant and journalist inform his novels, imbuing them with a pragmatic perspective on human resilience and folly. Daniel Defoe, often regarded as the father of the English novel, had a diverse career that encompassed trade, journalism, and political pamphleteering. His tumultuous life, filled with financial struggles and political entanglements, inspired his fascination with survival and adventure, themes that resonate throughout his works. Defoe's ability to weave fiction with compelling historical and personal realities not only entertains but also provokes thoughtful discourse on morality and society. This anthology is essential for both scholars and casual readers alike, offering critical insights into Defoe's innovative narrative techniques and thematic preoccupations. For anyone seeking to understand the evolution of the novel as a literary form, this collection serves as an indispensable resource, illuminating the timeless relevance of Defoe's explorations of human experience.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9788028284084
Publisher:	Sharp Ink
Publication date:	01/01/2023
Sold by:	CIANDO
Format:	eBook
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

Daniel Defoe (1660–1731) was an English author best known for his adventure novel, Robinson Crusoe, that he wrote later in life. A prolific writer, Defoe authored several books on economics, history, biography and crime. He pursued a variety of careers including merchant, soldier, secret agent and political pamphleteer, but is best remembered for his fiction. Daniel Defoe's other widely read books include Roxana, Moll Flanders and A Journal of the Plague Year. The name of the Robinson Crusoe Island, located in the South Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile, was inspired by Defoe's famous story.