And What if the Pretender should Come?
Or Some Considerations of the Advantages and Real Consequences of the Pretender's Possessing the Crown of Great BritainBy Daniel Defoe
Length53m
About this audiobook
In "And What if the Pretender should Come?", Daniel Defoe delves into the complex political landscape of early 18th-century Britain, exploring themes of loyalty, identity, and the precariousness of power. Written in a satirical yet earnest tone, the pamphlet is a reflection on the Jacobite threat, specifically the figure of James Francis Edward Stuart, the 'Pretender.' Defoe'Äôs vivid imagery and sharp wit provide a compelling backdrop for his contemplations on the potential ramifications of a Jacobite uprising, encapsulating the anxieties of a nation torn between tradition and change amidst the Enlightenment's burgeoning ideals. This work, laden with allegories and timely anecdotes, serves as both a historical artifact and a commentary on the enduring implications of civil strife. Daniel Defoe, renowned for his nuanced understanding of societal dynamics, utilized his background as a journalist and public commentator to craft this provocative piece. Having lived through the tumultuous events of the Glorious Revolution and the subsequent political upheavals, Defoe's insights encapsulated the fears and aspirations of a populace grappling with shifting allegiances. His experiences as a satirist and an observer of human nature endowed him with a unique lens through which he confronted the looming specter of the Pretender. This pamphlet is a recommended read for scholars and enthusiasts of British history, political satire, and Defoe's broader oeuvre. It not only illuminates the fears of an era but also presents enduring questions of governance and belonging that resonate today. Engaging and thought-provoking, Defoe's work is essential for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of loyalty and rebellion in the formation of modern Britain.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Humor
Length53 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Titlepage
2Text
Everybody's Business Is Nobody's BusinessDaniel Defoe1h 54m$2 · $0.00
The Storm. An EssayDaniel Defoe16m$2 · $0.00
A New Voyage Round the World by a Course Never Sailed BeforeDaniel Defoe13h 18m$2 · $0.00
A Journal of the Plague YearDaniel Defoe9h 49m$1 · $0.00
The History of the Pirates of the CaribbeanDaniel Defoe, Charles Ellms, Captain Charles Johnson40h 2m$2 · $0.00
Aventures de Robinson CrusoéDaniel Defoe21h 57m$1 · $0.00
Memoirs of Major Alexander Ramkins (1718)Daniel Defoe4h 18m$2 · $0.00
The Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Famous Moll Flanders (Illustrated)Daniel Defoe20h 18m$1 · $0.00
The Life and Most Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, of York, Mariner (1801)Daniel Defoe10h 8m$2 · $0.00
Atalantis MajorDaniel Defoe2h 54m$2 · $0.00
The Life and Adventures of Robinson CrusoeDaniel Defoe11h 39m$2 · $0.00
The Lost Pirate RepublicDaniel Defoe, Charles Ellms, Captain Charles Johnson40h 1m$2 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Abenteuer-Klassiker + Seegeschichten + Historische Romane (Illustrierte Ausgaben)Daniel Defoe44h 5m$1 · $0.00
CaledoniaDaniel Defoe2h 27m$2 · $0.00
The True-Born Englishman: A SatireDaniel Defoe2h 22m$2 · $0.00
Colonel JackDaniel Defoe19h 16m$2 · $0.00
COLONEL JACK (Illustrated)Daniel Defoe18h 46m$2 · $0.00
Die Pest zu LondonDaniel Defoe6h 58m$2 · $0.00
The True Pirates of the CaribbeanDaniel Defoe, Charles Ellms, Captain Charles Johnson40h 1m$2 · $0.00
Hell Divers XII: HeroesNicholas Sansbury Smith13h 18m$27
EmberJeffrey Wilson, Brian Andrews13h 58m$23
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Unabridged)Jane Austen88h 8m5 (1)$1 · $0.00
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
Anne Shirley (Complete 14 Book Collection)Lucy Maud Montgomery126h 16m$2 · $0.00
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
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Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
The Life of DaiDai Henwood, Jaquie Brown8h 2m$26 · $0.00
Poems of ParentingLoryn Brantz42m4 (1)$9 · $0.00
What If? 10th Anniversary EditionRandall Munroe7h 29m$23
Welcome to PawneeJim O'Heir6h 24m$24 · $0.00
Going PostalTerry Pratchett13h 36m$33 · $0.00
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My Dear HamiltonStephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie23h 7m$46 · $0.00
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The Complete Works of SakiSaki, H. H. Munro52h 37m$2 · $0.00
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