Bücher von Watson Nicholson

The Historical Sources Of Defoe�������s Journal Of The Plague Year is a book written by Watson Nicholson that explores the historical context and sources that inspired Daniel Defoe's famous novel, Journal of the Plague Year. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the events that took place during the Great Plague of London in 1665 and the impact it had on the city and its inhabitants. Nicholson delves into the primary sources that Defoe used to write his novel, including official reports, diaries, and personal accounts from the time. He also examines the literary and cultural influences that shaped Defoe's writing style and the themes he explored in the novel. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the historical context of the Great Plague of London. These include the medical and scientific understanding of the disease at the time, the social and economic impact of the outbreak, and the religious and philosophical responses to the crisis. Overall, The Historical Sources Of Defoe�������s Journal Of The Plague Year is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of London or the literary influences that shaped one of the most famous novels of the 18th century.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.