Publisher's Synopsis
The History and Remarkable Life of the Truly Honorable Colonel Jacque, Commonly Called Colonel Jack is a novel written by the acclaimed English author Daniel Defoe. The book tells the story of Colonel Jack, a young man who is born into poverty and spends his early years as a thief on the streets of London. However, through a series of fortunate events, he is able to turn his life around and become a successful merchant and member of high society.The novel is set in the early 18th century and provides a vivid portrayal of life in London during this time. It explores themes such as social mobility, morality, and the struggles of the lower classes in a society that is heavily stratified by wealth and status.Throughout the book, Colonel Jack faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including imprisonment, poverty, and betrayal. However, he is able to overcome these obstacles through his intelligence, resourcefulness, and determination.The History and Remarkable Life of the Truly Honorable Colonel Jacque, Commonly Called Colonel Jack is widely regarded as one of Defoe's most important works and is considered a classic of English literature. It is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of 18th-century London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
