Daniel Defoe
Daniel Defoe was an English novelist, journalist, merchant, 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.
Robinson Crusoe
Driven by a thirst for adventure, a young man faces shipwrecks, solitude, and the ultimate test of survival on a deserted island.
By Daniel Defoe
The Storm. An Essay.
A catastrophic tempest becomes a mirror reflecting the flaws of a society teetering on the edge, urging people to recognize their faults before it’s too late.
By Daniel Defoe
An Appeal to Honour and Justice, Though It Be of His Worst Enemies. Being A True Account of His Conduct in Public Affairs.
In a world of political turmoil, one man fights to clear his name and prove his loyalty, despite facing enemies and misunderstandings at every turn.
By Daniel Defoe
The History of the Devil, As Well Ancient as Modern: In Two Parts
Discover the surprising saga of the Devil himself, as he falls from grace and hilariously meddles in the affairs of humanity.
By Daniel Defoe
Remarks on the speeches of William Paul Clerk, and John Hall of Otterburn, Esq : $b Executed at Tyburn for rebellion, the 13th of July, 1716
In a time of political upheaval, the final defiant words of condemned rebels are dissected and challenged, revealing a battle for legitimacy and loyalty.
By Daniel Defoe
Augusta Triumphans Or, the Way to Make London the Most Flourishing City in the Universe
Discover how one author envisioned a safer, smarter, and more moral metropolis by tackling social problems and dreaming of better institutions.
By Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe, Told to the Children by John Lang
A young man's thirst for adventure leads to isolation on a deserted island, where he must overcome incredible challenges to survive.
By Daniel Defoe
The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe (1808)
Driven by wanderlust, a defiant young man's maritime dreams turn into a solitary fight for survival when he's marooned on a deserted island, forcing him to transform into a resourceful castaway.
By Daniel Defoe
The Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Famous Moll Flanders
Born into a world of crime and poverty, a woman uses her wits and charm to navigate love, loss, and moral challenges on her journey to redemption.
By Daniel Defoe
The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
A man, restless after years of solitude, returns to the island that defined him, embarking on new adventures and confronting the legacy he left behind.
By Daniel Defoe
Robinson Crusoe — in Words of One Syllable
A lone sailor's journey begins as shipwrecked and captured, forcing him to transform in order to survive his isolated island.
By Daniel Defoe
A Short Narrative of the Life and Actions of His Grace John, D. of Marlborogh
A celebrated commander faces slander and political intrigue as this defense of his character and military genius unfolds.
By Daniel Defoe
Everybody's Business Is Nobody's Business Or, Private Abuses, Public Grievances; Exemplified in the Pride, Insolence, and Exorbitant Wages of Our Women, Servants, Footmen, &c.
Witness the uproarious depiction of a society turned upside down, where servants demand high wages and challenge the social order.
By Daniel Defoe
From London to Land's End and Two Letters from the "Journey through England by a Gentleman"
Witness 18th-century England through the keen observations of a traveler as he explores its changing landscapes and social complexities.
By Daniel Defoe
Of Captain Mission
A disillusioned captain abandons the norms of society and embarks on a daring mission to establish a pirate utopia founded on equality and freedom.
By Daniel Defoe
Second Thoughts are Best: Or a Further Improvement of a Late Scheme to Prevent Street Robberies
To reclaim a secure and orderly London, a bold plan emerges, advocating for better night watchmen and laws aimed at the root causes of crime.
By Daniel Defoe
Military Memoirs of Capt. George Carleton
A seasoned soldier recalls the intense battles and unpredictable events that defined his service during wartime.
By Daniel Defoe
Tour through the Eastern Counties of England, 1722
Embark on a journey through 18th-century England where you encounter unique people and places.
By Daniel Defoe
The Life, Adventures & Piracies of the Famous Captain Singleton
From a snatched childhood to a life of piracy on dangerous high seas, a man’s fate is sealed by blood and adventure.
By Daniel Defoe
A Journal of the Plague Year Being Observations or Memorials of the Most Remarkable Occurrences, as Well Public as Private, Which Happened in London During the Last Great Visitation in 1665. Written by a Citizen Who Continued All the While in London
Experience a devastating moment in history as a lone citizen chronicles the terror, chaos, and struggle for survival during London's Great Plague.
By Daniel Defoe