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A JOURNAL OF THE PLAGUE YEAR
EAN : 9791041820177
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EAN : 9791041820177
Paru le : 4 oct. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041820177
- Réf. éditeur : 306137
- Date Parution : 4 oct. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 174
- Format : 1.00 x 14.80 x 21.00 cm
- Poids : 234gr
- Résumé : "A Journal of the Plague Year" is presented as a first-person narrative, supposedly written by an eyewitness to the events of the Great Plague of London. While the narrator is fictional, Defoe's account is based on historical records and personal testimonies, making it a compelling blend of fact and fiction.The novel is structured as a year-long journal, chronicling the experiences of the narrator and the people of London during the outbreak of bubonic plague. The narrator describes the escalating panic, the measures taken to contain the disease, and the devastating impact of the plague on all aspects of society. Throughout the narrative, the reader is introduced to various characters who react to the plague in different ways. Some flee the city to avoid infection, while others remain behind to tend to the sick or engage in opportunistic and sometimes immoral behavior. The novel explores themes of fear, survival, human nature, and the breakdown of social order in times of crisis. One notable aspect of "A Journal of the Plague Year" is its vivid and detailed descriptions of the physical and emotional toll of the plague. Defoe's narrative style creates a sense of immediacy and realism, immersing the reader in the grim and chaotic atmosphere of London during the epidemic. Despite being a work of fiction, the novel serves as a historical document, providing valuable insights into the experiences and perceptions of Londoners during one of the most significant public health crises in the city's history. It also offers commentary on the resilience and adaptability of individuals and society in the face of a deadly and unpredictable disease. "A Journal of the Plague Year" remains a notable work in the genre of historical fiction and is valued for its portrayal of a pivotal moment in London's history and its exploration of the human response to a deadly epidemic.
- Biographie : Daniel Defoe (c. 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 trouble with the authorities, and spent a period in prison. Intellectuals and political leaders paid attention to his fresh ideas and sometimes consulted him. Defoe was a prolific and versatile writer, producing more than three hundred works--books, pamphlets, and journals -- on diverse topics, including politics, crime, religion, marriage, psychology, and the supernatural. He was also a pioneer of business journalism and economic journalism.
