An Answer to the L[or]d H[aver]sham's Speech
1989·702 pages
Daniel Defoe's pamphlet responds to Lord Haversham's speech on political issues like succession, offering a satirical critique of the arguments presented.
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Daniel Defoe's pamphlet responds to Lord Haversham's speech on political issues like succession, offering a satirical critique of the arguments presented.
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Throughout one of English history's most tumultuous periods, Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) took part in and reported on nearly every major political, religious, and social controversy. This widely acclaimed biography offers a fascinating account of Defoe's remarkable life. Paula Backscheider reveals new information about Defoe's secret career as a double agent, his daring business ventures, his dangerous pen—and his cat-and-mouse games with those who sought to control it. This is the definitive biogr...
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will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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No sexual content present
Violence & gore
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Brief metaphorical references to tearing carcasses and historical betrayal like Brutus and Caesar
Profanity
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Minor use of period-specific strong language in satirical commentary
Substance use
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No substance use depicted
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation present
Religious content
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Fleeting mentions of clergy and sermons in political context
Witchcraft / occult
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No witchcraft or occult elements
Political content
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Pervasive political messaging on British union, succession, and parliamentary betrayal; central to the satirical rebuttal
Self-harm / suicide
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No self-harm or suicide depicted
Sexual assault
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No sexual assault or coercion present
Abuse & suffering
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Brief references to political tyranny and betrayal as forms of systemic suffering
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