Defoe's Britain.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Black, Jeremy.

Series:

The Weight of Words Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Authors, English--18th century.

Authors, English.

Literature and society--Great Britain.

Literature and society.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (301 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chicago : Saint Augustine's Press, Incorporated, 2024.

Summary:

This book by Jeremy Black explores the life and times of Daniel Defoe, focusing on the cultural, social, and political context of his era. It delves into Defoe's role as an outsider and his influences as a writer, highlighting his works like 'Robinson Crusoe' and their underlying themes of redemption and resilience. The book examines Defoe's engagement with issues of his time, such as the changing economy, political upheaval, and societal values, offering a nuanced understanding of his contributions to literature and his impact on modernity. It is aimed at readers interested in historical analysis, literary studies, and the Enlightenment period. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Table of Contents

Preface

Abbreviations

1. Defoe and Modernity

2. Life and Death

3. A Changing Economy

4. The Society of Outsiders

5. Christians and Values

6. Enlightenment and Science

7. Culture and the Arts

8. From Restoration to Revolution, 1660–88

9. A New Political World, 1689–1731

10. The Press and Polemics

11. Defoe’s Foreign Worlds

12. Conclusions

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ISBN:

9781587312076

1587312077