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""University of Illinois Studies in Language and Literature"", Volume 9, presents an authoritative examination of the narrative techniques that defined the early English novel. This scholarly volume, authored by Arthur Wellesley Secord, focuses specifically on the works of Daniel Defoe, exploring the intricate methods used to construct some of the most enduring stories in the literary canon. Through a detailed analysis of works like ""Robinson Crusoe"", ""Moll Flanders"", and ""Captain Singleton"", the study delves into the relationship between Defoe's creative output and the historical sources that inspired him. Secord offers a critical look at how Defoe achieved a groundbreaking level of realism, merging factual detail with imaginative storytelling to captivate his audience. By investigating the structural elements and stylistic choices found in these narratives, the work sheds light on the evolution of prose fiction during the 18th century. This volume serves as a vital contribution to the field of literary criticism, providing readers and researchers with a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship behind the foundations of the modern novel. It remains an important resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and the technical mastery of one of its founding fathers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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