Шторм | The Storm

The Storm

Daniel Defoe, 2018, RUGRAM_Public Domain

Overview

On the evening of November 26, 1703, a powerful cyclone struck southern Britain with winds exceeding seventy miles per hour, resulting in over 8,000 fatalities. This event occurred during a particularly difficult period for Daniel Defoe, who was bankrupt and recently released from prison. The storm, however, provided him with the subject matter for his first published work, offering a potent depiction of individual suffering and survival amidst widespread disaster.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in historical accounts of natural disasters.
• Individuals exploring themes of resilience and public calamity.
• Fans of Daniel Defoe's early writings.
• Those aged 16 and above.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 230
• Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: T8RUGRAM
• Year: 2018
• Series: RUGRAM_Public Domain
• ISBN: 9785521068197