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Daniel Defoe

HAVING taken more than ordinary Pains in collecting the Materials which compose the following History, we could not be satisfied with our selves, if any Thing were wanting to it, which might render it entirely satisfactory to the Publick: It is for this Reason we have subjoined to the Work, a short Abstract of the Laws now in Force against Pyrates, and made Choice of some particular Cases, (the most curious we could meet with) which have been heretofore tried, by which it will appear what ...

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Daniel Defoe

The Definitive Classic of Adventure, Survival, and Human ResilienceFirst published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe is one of the foundational works of English fiction and is sometimes described as the first English novel. Whether or not that claim is taken literally, its influence on the development of the modern novel is immense.Written as the fictional autobiography of its title character, the novel follows an English ca...

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Daniel Defoe

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Jim Hodges

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Classic Literature

Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges’ historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.The year is 1659. You’ve been stranded on a desert island. How would you survive? Stay for 28 years, deal with cannibals, heartfelt spiritual awakenings, mutineers, goats, crops, and human visitations? One of the most widely published books in all history, Robinson Crusoe, is often credited as the beginning of realistic fiction as a literary genre. Before the end of its firs...

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Daniel Defoe

Daniel Defoe's 'The History of the Devil' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the religious, philosophical, and moral aspects of the concept of evil. Written in a captivating narrative style, Defoe explores the origins of the Devil, his role in different cultures and religious traditions, and his influence on humanity throughout history. The book provides a thought-provoking analysis of the nature of evil, inviting readers to contemplate the complex relationship between good and evil...

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Daniel Defoe, Nolan Taylor

In The Friendly Daemon, or the Generous Apparition, Daniel Defoe adapts the machinery of supernatural narrative to the purposes of moral instruction and social satire. The apparition is less a vehicle for terror than a benevolent, destabilizing presence whose interventions expose human folly, credulity, avarice, and misplaced confidence in worldly appearances. Combining colloquial prose, anecdotal movement, and the documentary air characteristic of Defoe's fiction, the work occupies an int...

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Daniel Defoe

In "The History of the Devil," Daniel Defoe crafts a provocative exploration of the figure of Satan through a unique blend of satire and theological inquiry. Written in 1726, this text stands out for its ambitious scope, presenting a narrative that oscillates between history, folklore, and philosophy. Defoe examines the cultural perceptions of the Devil across various epochs, situating his analysis within the broader context of Enlightenment thought, where reason began to challenge traditi...

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Daniel Defoe

RÉSUMÉ : "Robinson Crusoe" est un roman emblématique de la littérature anglaise, écrit par Daniel Defoe et publié pour la première fois en 1719. L'histoire suit les aventures de Robinson Crusoe, un jeune homme avide d'exploration, qui se retrouve naufragé sur une île déserte après une violente tempête en mer. Seul survivant, Crusoe doit faire preuve d'ingéniosité et de résilience pour surmonter les défis de la survie en milieu hostile. Il construit un abri, cultive de la nourriture et appr...

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Daniel Defoe

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Joe Phoenix

Robinson Crusoe is a novel by Daniel Defoe, first published on 25 April 1719. The first edition credited the work's protagonist Robinson Crusoe as its author, leading many readers to believe he was a real person and the book a travelogue of true incidents.Epistolary, confessional, and didactic in form, the book is presented as an autobiography of the title character (whose birth name is Robinson Kreutznaer)—a castaway who spends 28 years on a remote tropical desert island near Trini...

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Daniel Defoe, Charles Ellms, Captain Charles Johnson

In 'History of Piracy in the Caribbean,' the reader is invited to traverse the turbulent waters of the Caribbean through the vivid and varied narratives of sea rovers and privateers. The collection presents an intricate tapestry of adventure and duplicity, stitched from a blend of historical accuracy and the thrilling allure of myth. Combining narrative styles that range from the factual to the legendary, the anthology captures the essence of maritime life during a time when the boundaries...

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Daniel Defoe

A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the most notorious Pyrates is a 1724 book published in Britain containing biographies of contemporary pirates,[1] which was influential in shaping popular conceptions of pirates. It is the prime source for the biographies of many well known pirates.[2] Its author uses the name Captain Charles Johnson, generally considered a pseudonym.

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Daniel Defoe

A Brilliant Early Novel of Survival, Ambition, Crime, and RedemptionFirst published in 1722, at a time when criminal biographies and accounts of notorious lives enjoyed enormous popularity, Moll Flanders by Daniel Defoe is one of the landmarks of early English fiction. Told with the immediacy of a personal confession, the novel follows an unforgettable woman struggling against poverty, insecurity, and the severe limitations imposed upon he...

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Daniel Defoe

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Simon Vance

Widely regarded as the first English novel, Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe is one of the most popular and influential adventure stories of all time. This classic tale of shipwreck and survival on an uninhabited island was an instant success when first published in 1719, and it has inspired countless imitations.In his own words, Robinson Crusoe tells of the terrible storm that drowned all his shipmates and left him marooned on a deserted island. Forced to overcome despair, ...