The Military Memoirs of Capt. George Carleton
Captain George Carleton's Military Memoirs by Daniel Defoe is a historical account of the captain's experiences during the English Civil War and the Restoration period. The book provides detailed descriptions of military campaigns, battles, and political intrigue, offering insight into the complexities of warfare and the nature of power. Through Carleton's eyes, readers gain a unique perspective on the political and social upheavals of the time, including the rise of the Puritans and the Restoration of the monarchy. The memoirs offer a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing valuable historical context for understanding the development of English society and politics.
By Daniel Defoe · First published 1728 · Genre: Military History, Autobiography, Historical Non-Fiction · 93,597 words
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In the year one Thousand six Hundred seventy two, War being proclaimed with _Holland_, it was looked upon among Nobility and Gentry, as a Blemish, not to attend the Duke of _York_ aboard the Fleet, who was then declared Admiral. With many others, I, at that Time about twenty Years of Age, enter'd my self a Voluntier on board the _London_, commanded by Sir _Edward Sprage_, Vice-Admiral of the _Red_.
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- Work type: Historical account
- Author: Daniel Defoe
- Date: 1728 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Military History, Autobiography, Historical Non-Fiction, War Literature, Biographical
- Length: 93,597 words
- Structure: 1 section, 746 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Military History — It is a military memoir of Captain George Carleton, hence it primarily falls under military history.
- Autobiography — This is a memoir, hence, by definition, it can be considered an autobiography.
- Historical Non-Fiction — This book contains accounts of real historical events and individuals, hence it is a form of historical non-fiction.
- War Literature — The memoir involves descriptions and experiences about wars which makes it part of war literature.
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military · memoirs · captain · historical · autobiography · war · 18th century · British army · adventure · colonial · personal narrative · expedition
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