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

Oct 17, 2008

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Daniel Defoe

Daniel Defoe

d. 1731

Best known for Robinson Crusoe, he helped shape the English novel while living a life full of trade, politics, journalism, and trouble with the law. His writing mixes adventure with sharp observation about money, survival, and human character.

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