Dickory Cronke: The Dumb Philosopher, or, Great Britain's Wonder

In "Dickory Cronke: The Dumb Philosopher, or, Great Britain's Wonder," Daniel Defoe crafts a fascinating exploration of the human condition through the life of Dickory Cronke, a mute who becomes an unintended philosopher. The text, embedded within the literary context of the early 18th century, showcases Defoe's characteristic blend of satire and realism. Through a series of episodic adventures, C...