Name: Tour Through The Eastern Counties Of England
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Author: Daniel Defoe

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Tour Through The Eastern Counties Of England

Type

Physical Book

Author

Daniel Defoe

Publisher

Double 9 Books

Language

English

Pages

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

21.6x14x0.6 cm

Weight

0.13 kg.

ISBN13

9789359393018

Synopsis "Tour Through The Eastern Counties Of England"

"Tour through the Eastern Counties of England, 1722" is a travelogue written by the renowned English author Daniel Defoe. Published in 1722, the book provides a fascinating account of Defoe's journey through the eastern regions of England, including Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, and Cambridgeshire. Daniel Defoe is widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the novel and is best known for his classic work "Robinson Crusoe." However, he was also a prolific writer of travel literature, and "Tour through the Eastern Counties of England" showcases his keen observations and detailed descriptions of the places he visited. In the book, Defoe captures the essence of the English countryside, depicting the landscapes, towns, villages, and historical sites he encountered during his travels. He delves into various aspects of local life, including agriculture, trade, architecture, and social customs, providing readers with valuable insights into the region's history and culture. "Tour through the Eastern Counties of England, 1722" remains a valuable resource for those interested in the history and geography of the eastern counties of England during the early 18th century. Defoe's meticulous observations and vivid storytelling make this book a delightful read for anyone seeking to explore the region's past and gain a deeper understanding of its rich heritage.

Daniel Defoe

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English writer and journalist, Daniel Defoe is mainly known for his novel Robinson Crusoe (1719), though he also stood out for his role in the development of the press and for his political and social essays

Defoe left his studies to become a discreet businessman, whose activities were not entirely profitable, even receiving prison time for his debts

From 1695, after several years of exile due to his political ideology, he starts a new business dedicated to tiles and bricks which begins to work, providing his family—he was married and had six children—with greater economic stability

However, his political activism leads him to publish several essays or pamphlets that cost him days of imprisonment and the pillory. After returning to jail, Defoe begins working from a magazine supporting political factions of the government, participating in the English secret services

In 1719 he publishes his great novel, Robinson Crusoe, which allows him to launch into a literary career marked by successes such as The Adventures of Captain Singleton, A Journal of the Plague Year, or Moll Flanders. His popularity grew and his influence on subsequent generations of writers by enhancing the novelistic genre is notable

Despite all his success and his connections with the government, Defoe never achieved stable economic solvency for long. His death in 1731 occurred while fleeing from new creditors

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