A Journal of the PLAGUE YEAR

A Journal of the PLAGUE YEAR

Daniel Defoe

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Editorial:
Repro India Limited
Año de edición:
2023
Materia
Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789355274830

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Journey back in time to the harrowing days of the Great Plague of London in Daniel Defoe’s gripping chronicle, ''A Journal of the Plague Year.'' Written in the form of a first-person account, this chilling and vivid narrative captures the fear, despair, and resilience of a city in the grip of an unprecedented public health crisis, as experienced by the fictional H.F., who navigates the dangers and moral dilemmas of a society on the brink of collapse.Through meticulous research and a keen eye for detail, Defoe immerses readers in the stark reality of the 17th-century plague, offering a deeply human exploration of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable tragedy. From the eerie stillness of abandoned streets to the heart-wrenching accounts of suffering and loss, ''A Journal of the Plague Year'' stands as a powerful testament to the indomitable resilience of humanity and the enduring power of hope.Experience the haunting, unforgettable world of Defoe’s ''A Journal of the Plague Year,'' and bear witness to the courage, compassion, and tenacity of the human spirit in the face of adversity-a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers in a world where pandemics and public health crises are all too familiar.

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