The Chalmers, George 1742-1825 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Life of Daniel De Foe" by George Chalmers is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the life and works of Daniel Defoe, a significant figure in English literature known for his novel "Robinson Crusoe." Chalmers examines Defoe's tumultuous life, his political engagements, and the myriad of controversies he faced, providing insights into the man behind the well-known literary persona. At the start of the narrative, Chalmers reflects on the challenges biographers face, particularly regarding Defoe, whose origins and early life are shrouded in uncertainty. The opening details Defoe's family background, education, and early writings, illustrating his fervent political beliefs and literary ambitions from a young age. It highlights Defoe's diverse contributions to literature, his participation in political movements, and the contradictions in his life, showing how these factors shaped his career and public perception. The opening sets the tone for an intricate exploration of a complex figure who navigated the tumult of his times through both pen and sword. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-09-07 Produced by Steven Gibbs, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40703 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40703 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133930.0 40703