A Short Narrative of the Life and Actions of His Grace John, D. of Marlborogh
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"A Short Narrative of the Life and Actions of His Grace John, D. of Marlborough" by Daniel Defoe is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The work provides a detailed exploration of the life and military career of John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough, focusing on his significant contributions during a tumultuous period in English and European history. The narrative aims to counter the negative portrayal of Marlborough by his
detractors and to celebrate his military prowess and political struggles. At the start of the text, the narrator, purportedly an old army officer, offers insight into the Duke's early military engagements, highlighting the respect he garnered for his tactical abilities and leadership. The narration discusses prominent events, such as victories in Flanders and Ireland, while addressing the false rumors that surround Marlborough, including accusations of greed and treachery. The opening sets the stage for a defense of the Duke against slanderous claims, indicating that the text will delve into Marlborough's character and military achievements, contrary to the public perception shaped by hostile pamphleteers and political rivals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Backscheider, Paula R., 1943- |
| LoC No. | 75622507 |
| Title | A Short Narrative of the Life and Actions of His Grace John, D. of Marlborogh |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Generals -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Statesmen -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Marlborough, John Churchill, Duke of, 1650-1722 |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Court and courtiers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37505 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 389 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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