A Journal of the Plague Year: English Edition (Iv)
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"Chronicles of the Plague" is a masterpiece by Daniel Defoe, the father of European novels. It tells the story of the great plague that struck London in 1665. For readers who like Defoe's works, this book is worth reading. The work is in English, so English lovers should not miss it. The novel is likely based on records kept by Defoe's uncle, Henry Defoe. In this book, in order to achieve a realistic effect, Defoe took the trouble to describe specific communities, streets, and even which houses were affected by the epidemic in detail. In addition, the work also provides a table of casualty figures and discusses the credibility of various records and anecdotes. Defoe's account, although fictional, is more detailed and systematic. The work was first published in 1722, and its influence is second only to "Robinson Crusoe". Defoe wrote about the occurrence and spread of the plague, the terror and panic it caused, as well as the number of deaths and the situation of escaping the epidemic, as if he was actually there. At that time, the plague was prevalent in Marseille, France, which attracted special attention. It can be said that Defoe's works satisfied the citizens' curiosity about the plague. Defoe had a deep understanding of the characters he described, and he was good at writing about individuals overcoming difficulties in adverse circumstances. His protagonist is intelligent, full of energy, does not believe in destiny, and believes in "common sense." The plot structure leaves no trace of chiseling. Defoe is particularly good at describing the environment with realistic details and fictional situations that make people feel like they are actually there.
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