DEFOE, DANIEL — Atalantis Major (1711)

Los Angeles, William Andrews Clark Memorial Library, University of California, Los Angeles. 1979, Facsimile Reprint. Soft cover, 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book, xii, 46 pages. Augustan Reprint Society Publication Number 198. Atalantis Major" by Daniel Defoe is a political allegory written in the early 18th century, particularly around the time of the Tory victory in the 1710 election in Great Britain. The book serves as a satirical commentary on the political turmoil of Defoe's time, focusing on issues related to the election of Scottish peers and the delicate landscape of party allegiance during Queen Anne's reign. Through its intricate narrative, it addresses themes of governance, loyalty, and the interplay of politics and power. Very Good.