num_pages: 204
description: A Journal of the Plague Year is a historical fiction novel written by Daniel Defoe in 1722. The book is a first-person account of the Great Plague of London which occurred in 1665. The narrator, H.F., is a middle-class man who lived through the epidemic and recorded his observations and experiences in a journal. The book describes the spread of the disease, the panic that ensued, and the measures taken by the authorities to contain it. It also explores the social and economic impact of the plague on London, including the breakdown of law and order, the collapse of trade and commerce, and the displacement of thousands of people. Throughout the book, Defoe provides vivid descriptions of the suffering and death caused by the plague, as well as the heroic efforts of those who risked their lives to help the sick and dying. The novel is a powerful commentary on the human condition in times of crisis, and a reminder of the importance of resilience, compassion, and community in the face of adversity. Overall, A Journal of the Plague Year is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on one of the most devastating epidemics in human history.The people showed a great concern at this, and began to be alarmed all over the town, and the more, because in the last week in December 1664 another man died in the same house, and of the same distemper. And then we were easy again for about six weeks, when none having died with any marks of infection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: A Journal Of The Plague Year
titlecomplete: A Journal Of The Plague Year
genres: Classics, British Literature, Historical, History, 18th Century, School, Medicine, Literature, Memoir, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 10434
places: London, England
publisher: Kessinger Publishing