A Journal of the Plague Year

Set against the backdrop of the Great Plague of London in 1665, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of a fictionalized version of Defoe himself. It combines historical detail with vivid storytelling, capturing the chaos, fear, and resilience of the city's inhabitants during this devastating epidemic. The book explores themes of survival, human behavior in crisis, and the impact of disease on society, offering a poignant reflection on the nature of suffering and the endurance of the human spirit.