A Journal of the Plague Year

An account by Daniel Defoe of one man's experiences of the year 1665, in which the bubonic plague struck the city of London in what became known as the Great Plague of London, the last epidemic of plague in that city.

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• Daniel Defoe

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• 174 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Belletristik
• Mystery / Thriller

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Set against the backdrop of the 1665 bubonic plague in London, this account captures one man's harrowing experiences during the Great Plague. The narrative unfolds chronologically, weaving personal observations with historical details, while also featuring frequent digressions that enhance the storytelling. Defoe's work provides a vivid portrayal of the societal impact of the epidemic, reflecting on themes of fear, survival, and resilience in the face of a devastating crisis.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2020
• Einband: Paperback