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Representative Selections. Edited by John Masefield

2010 Released
460 Pages
7-10 Hours
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Nabu PressISBN 9781177756679

Representative Selections. Edited by John Masefield presents a curated collection of writings, offering readers a comprehensive introduction to the works of Daniel Defoe, thoughtfully assembled by the esteemed poet and writer, John Masefield. This volume showcases Defoe's versatility and enduring impact on English literature, providing a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.

Masefield's editorial choices highlight Defoe's key contributions to the development of the novel and his insightful commentary on society and human nature. Explore Defoe's significant works through this carefully chosen anthology, a testament to his lasting legacy.

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John Masefield

John Masefield was a well-known English poet and novelist. After boarding school, Masefield took to a life at sea where he picked up many stories, which influenced his decision to become a writer. Upon returning to England after finding work in New York City, Masefield began publishing his poetry in periodicals, and then eventually in collections. In 1915, Masefield joined the Allied forces in France and served in a British army hospital there, despite being old enough to be exempt from military service. After a brief service, Masefield returned to Britain and was sent overseas to the United States to research the American opinion on the war. This trip encouraged him to write his book Gallipoli, which dealt with the failed Allied attacks in the Dardanelles, as a means of negating German propaganda in the Americas. Masefield continued to publish throughout his life and was appointed as Poet Laureate in 1930. Masefield died in 1967 the age of 88.

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