Die Pest zu London by Daniel Defoe

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Author Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731
Translator Steinitzer, Heinrich, 1869-1947
Uniform Title A journal of the plague year. German
Title Die Pest zu London
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Summary "Die Pest zu London" by Daniel Defoe is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The work chronicles the catastrophic outbreak of the bubonic plague in London during the 17th century, detailing the societal reactions, public health measures, and personal narratives of those affected. At the start of the book, the narrator provides a backdrop for the plague's arrival, mentioning the initial reports of outbreaks in nearby Holland and the ensuing panic in London as cases begin to emerge. As the seriousness of the plague becomes evident, the community experiences a growing sense of dread and confusion, with discussions surrounding government responses and the proliferation of fear-driven behaviors. The narrator reflects on personal dilemmas regarding whether to flee the city or stay, pondering the implications on business, safety, and divine intervention, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of human resilience amid disaster. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Great Fire, London, England, 1666 -- Fiction
Subject Plague -- Fiction
Subject London (England) -- History -- 17th century -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 65277
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