Daniel Defoe

The History of the Devil, As Well Ancient as Modern

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Produktbeschreibung

Delve into the fascinating and often unsettling history of the "The History of the Devil, As Well Ancient as Modern: In Two Parts" by Daniel Defoe. This meticulously prepared edition explores the evolution of the Devil's image and influence throughout history. A comprehensive examination of demonology, temptation, and the nature of evil, Defoe's work provides a unique perspective on the historical understanding of sin and its personification. Drawing from both ancient and modern sources (for the time), this exploration dissects the Devil's role in shaping human perception and societal norms. This book, categorized under Religion and History, offers invaluable insights into European history and the enduring power of religious beliefs concerning the forces of darkness. Discover how the concept of the Devil has been used to explain and often justify human behavior across different eras. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 262
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 372g
• ISBN-13: 9781023373081
• ISBN-10: 1023373084
• Artikelnr.: 74022597

Autorenporträt

Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) was an English writer, journalist, and businessman who is best known for his novels, particularly Robinson Crusoe, which is widely considered to be one of the first novels in the English language. Defoe was born in London to a wealthy Presbyterian family and was educated at a dissenting academy. Defoe initially worked in the hosiery trade but later turned to writing, publishing a variety of political and social commentary in newspapers and pamphlets. He was a prolific writer, producing over 500 works during his lifetime, including novels, poetry, and essays. Defoe's most famous novel, Robinson Crusoe, was published in 1719 and tells the story of a man who is shipwrecked on a deserted island and must survive on his own. The novel was a huge success and has been translated into numerous languages. In addition to his literary pursuits, Defoe was involved in politics and served as a spy and propagandist for the British government. Defoe died in 1731 and is remembered as one of the most important figures in English literature, as well as a pioneering journalist and political commentator.