JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Cambridge Edition of the Correspondence of Daniel Defoe ed. Nicholas Seager (review).

  • Published In: Eighteenth-Century Studies, 2025, v. 58, n. 2. P. 269 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Loar, Christopher 3 of 3

Abstract

Nicholas Seager's edition of Daniel Defoe's correspondence provides a comprehensive collection of over 800 letters, shedding light on Defoe's work as a journalist and government operative. The volume includes fugitive letters that bookend Defoe's life, revealing his persona as a reliable and plain-spoken interlocutor. Seager's edition not only updates previous collections but also offers insights into Defoe's social, economic, and political contexts, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in Defoe's life and work. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Eighteenth-Century Studies. 2025/01, Vol. 58, Issue 2, p269
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0013-2586
  • DOI:10.1353/ecs.2025.a949964
  • Accession Number:182412513
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