Atalantis Major

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Atalantis Major

by Daniel Defoe

EN·~1 hours·4 chapters

Chapters

4 total

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Description

Set against the turbulent backdrop of early‑century Britain, this thinly veiled allegory follows the uneasy dance of power after a landslide Tory victory. Through a cast of symbolic figures—mirroring queenship, ministers, and military leaders—the story unpacks a nation exhausted by war with France, a contentious sermon that sparks religious fervor, and a court where personal jealousies shape policy. Listeners are drawn into the charged atmosphere of 1710, when the balance between a cautious Whig ministry and an ambitious Tory opposition hangs in the balance.

The narrative blends sharp political insight with a satirical edge, inviting you to hear history’s courtroom drama as if it were a lively discussion among friends. As alliances crumble and new allies rise, the work paints a vivid portrait of a government in flux, capturing the intrigue that leads to a reshaping of leadership—all while leaving the ultimate outcomes for later acts.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (81K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by David Starner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-10-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Daniel Defoe

Daniel Defoe

d. 1731

Best known for Robinson Crusoe, he helped shape the early English novel while living a life full of journalism, politics, trade, and controversy. His stories mix adventure with sharp observations about money, survival, and human nature.

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