Journal of a Plague Year
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jpg.storeFirst published in 1722, Journal of a Plague Year is a gripping account of the Great Plague of London in 1665. Blurring the lines between fiction and historical reporting, Defoe delivers a vivid narrative that captures the fear, resilience, and societal upheavals of a city ravaged by a deadly epidemic. Through its meticulous detail and humanistic approach, the book remains a timeless exploration of how societies respond to crises.
Description
Journal of a Plague Year offers an unparalleled insight into life during one of London’s darkest times. Defoe, though writing years after the event, draws on historical records, eyewitness accounts, and his own creativity to craft a story that feels both authentic and immediate. The narrator, H.F., recounts the chaos, suffering, and small acts of heroism that defined the plague’s grip on the city. Defoe meticulously describes measures like quarantine and the economic and spiritual struggles faced by the population.
The book also reflects on human nature in the face of disaster, examining themes of fear, faith, and morality. Its detailed observations and emotional depth make it a cornerstone of both historical and literary study, providing lessons that resonate even in contemporary contexts.
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Details
First Publication Date : 1722
Author : Daniel Defoe
Word Count : 75,000
Format : DEA (Decentralized Encrypted Asset)
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Cover Art : Includes 4K hi-resolution book cover
Cardano Retail Price : 16.40
Cardano Discount Price : 10.90 , For wallets holding the Gutenberg Bible
Purchase Limit: 2
Author Info
Daniel Defoe
From Wikipedia: Daniel Defoe, born Daniel Foe (1660 – 24 April 1731)was an English writer, trader, journalist, pamphleteer and spy. He is most famous for his novel Robinson Crusoe, published in 1719, which is claimed to be second only to the Bible in its number of translations. He has been seen as one of the earliest proponents of the English novel, and helped to popularise the form in Britain with others such as Aphra Behn and Samuel Richardson. Defoe wrote many political tracts, was often in… Read More
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