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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