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A Journal of the Plague Year

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title A Journal of the Plague Year
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Daniel Defoe
Introduction by Jason Goodwin
SeriesModern Library Classics
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:272
Dimensions(mm): Height 202,Width 132
Category/GenreClassic fiction (pre c 1945)
ISBN/Barcode 9780375757891
ClassificationsDewey:823.5
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Random House USA Inc
Imprint Modern Library Inc
Publication Date 13 November 2001
Publication Country United States

Description

Defoe's unparalleled account of plague, fire and city life in 17th century London is an electrifying work that walks the line between fiction and nonfiction. New Contains commentary, notes and reading group guide.

Author Biography

Jason Goodwin's works include Lords of the Horizons: A History of the Ottoman Empire; A Time for Tea: Travels Through China and India in Search of Tea; and On Foot to the Golden Horn: A Walk to Istanbul.

Reviews

"A cunning work of art; a confidence trick of the imagination." --Anthony Burgess