Of Captain Mission by Daniel Defoe
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"Of Captain Misson" by Daniel Defoe is a historical fiction work written during the early 18th century. It narrates the life of Captain Misson, a pirate who aspires to create a utopian society, reflecting on themes of freedom, morality, and social justice against the backdrop of piracy in the age of colonialism. The story aims to intertwine the adventurous exploits of Captain Misson and his crew with critical commentary on the inequalities
of the contemporary English society of Defoe's time. The beginning of the narrative introduces Captain Misson, detailing his early life and education in France before he turns to a life at sea. The text highlights his disillusionment with organized religion and the political corruption he witnesses. Captivated by the stories of adventure he reads, he embarks on a journey that leads to the formation of a crew united by ideals of liberty and equality. Captain Misson, influenced by his mentor Carracioli, embraces radical thoughts on governance and societal structure, ultimately striving to establish a community based on democratic principles and justice, leading to his encounters with various ships and battles, showcasing both his leadership qualities and moral philosophy in a perilous world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
|---|---|
| Title | Of Captain Mission |
| Note | Augustan Reprint Society, publication number 87 |
| Credits |
Text file produced by David Starner, Deirdre Menchaca, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Pirates -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7779 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | May 1, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 673 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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