English literature
He came from a
wealthy, Puritan family. Danny was to become a clergyman, but he preferred to be a merchant and
that's what he did. He had an interesting life. 1694 he became active in public affairs. He was the
first literary journalist and combined the life of a man of action and a writer.
He wrote 'Essay on Projects' in which he recommended establishing saving-banks, building
railways, allow higher education for women, 'The True Bon Englishamn', 'The Shortest Way with
Dissenters' in which he attacked both the Tories and the church and deended religious freedom. For
the latter he was sent to the pillory for three days. After that experience he wrote 'Hymn to the
Pillory' in which he criticized the law.
'Robinson Crusoe' was published in 1719. It is based on the true story of Alexander Selkirk
and is also autobiographical. Robinson is considered the first bourgeoisie character. He also wrote
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