The Fortunes And Misfortunes Of The Famous Moll Flanders
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Author: Daniel Defoe
Binding: Hardback
Published: Guild Publishing London
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The picaresque novel The Fortunes And Misfortunes Of The Famous Moll Flanders chronicles the tumultuous life of its eponymous heroine, a woman born into destitution who strives for social and financial security in 17th-century England. Daniel Defoe presents a vivid, unvarnished account of her journey through various marriages, periods of prosperity, and descents into crime, including theft and prostitution. This compelling narrative uncovers the harsh realities faced by women of the era, illustrating the moral compromises often necessitated by survival. The work maintains a sharp, often ironic tone, detailing Moll's remarkable resourcefulness and her complex relationship with societal expectations and personal morality. It ultimately argues for a nuanced understanding of human nature amidst challenging circumstances.
Author: Daniel Defoe
Binding: Hardback
Published: Guild Publishing London
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
The picaresque novel The Fortunes And Misfortunes Of The Famous Moll Flanders chronicles the tumultuous life of its eponymous heroine, a woman born into destitution who strives for social and financial security in 17th-century England. Daniel Defoe presents a vivid, unvarnished account of her journey through various marriages, periods of prosperity, and descents into crime, including theft and prostitution. This compelling narrative uncovers the harsh realities faced by women of the era, illustrating the moral compromises often necessitated by survival. The work maintains a sharp, often ironic tone, detailing Moll's remarkable resourcefulness and her complex relationship with societal expectations and personal morality. It ultimately argues for a nuanced understanding of human nature amidst challenging circumstances.