Daniel Defoe: The Stanhope Essay, 1890 (1890) - Paperback

Daniel Defoe: The Stanhope Essay, 1890 is a book written by David Watson Rannie in the year 1890. The book focuses on the life and works of Daniel Defoe, a prominent English writer, journalist, and pamphleteer of the 18th century. The book is titled after the Stanhope Essay, which is a piece of writing by Defoe that was published in 1719. The book explores Defoe's life, including his early years, his career as a journalist, and his political activism. It also delves into his literary works, including his most famous novel, Robinson Crusoe, as well as his lesser-known works such as The History of the Devil and The Political History of the Devil. Rannie provides a detailed analysis of Defoe's writing style, themes, and literary techniques, and examines the impact of his work on English literature and society. The book also includes a discussion of the historical context in which Defoe lived and wrote, including the political and social upheavals of the time. Overall, Daniel Defoe: The Stanhope Essay, 1890 is a comprehensive study of one of the most important figures in English literature, providing valuable insights into his life, works, and influence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.