Daniel Defoe - Military Memoirs of Captain George Carleton: "Sure we are all made by some secret Power, who formed the earth and sea, the air and sky"

Daniel Defoe, born around 1660, was a multifaceted writer known for his influential novels, particularly Robinson Crusoe and Moll Flanders. His extensive body of work includes hundreds of books and pamphlets covering diverse subjects such as politics, crime, and psychology, establishing him as a pioneer of the novel and economic journalism. Despite his literary success, Defoe faced financial difficulties, often hiding from creditors. He passed away on April 24, 1731, and was buried in Bunhill Fields, London, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate.