Daniel Defoe

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The Life, Adventures And Piracies Of The Famous Captain Singleton

Beschreibung

"The Life, Adventures, and Piracies of the Famous Captain Singleton" is a novel by Daniel Defoe. The novel follows the life of the titular character, Captain Bob Singleton, who becomes a pirate after being orphaned at a young age. Singleton sets out on a series of adventures, traveling across the world and engaging in acts of piracy and privateering. Along the way, he meets a diverse group of characters and forms lasting friendships with some of his fellow pirates. Despite his criminal actions, Singleton is portrayed as a sympathetic and likable character who struggles with his conscience and questions the morality of his actions. The novel is notable for its vivid descriptions of life at sea, including the harsh realities of piracy, as well as its portrayal of Singleton as a complex and multi-faceted character. It also touches on themes such as class inequality, colonialism, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving world. Overall, "The Life, Adventures, and Piracies of the Famous Captain Singleton" is a thrilling and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of piracy during the 18th century.

Autor

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. He was imprisoned several times for his controversial writings, including his support for religious toleration and his criticisms of the 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: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 220
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 246g
• ISBN-13: 9789357487917
• ISBN-10: 9357487913
• Artikelnr.: 68418682