Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of the Life and Adventures of Duncan Campbell"" is a novel written by Daniel Defoe in 1895. The book is a fictionalized account of the life of a real person, Duncan Campbell, who was a Scottish fortune-teller and healer in the 18th century. The novel is divided into three parts, each detailing a different stage of Campbell's life. The first part of the book describes Campbell's early life in Scotland, where he is born with a physical disability that causes him to be hunchbacked and blind in one eye. Despite these challenges, Campbell develops a reputation as a gifted healer and clairvoyant, and he eventually moves to London to set up his practice. The second part of the book focuses on Campbell's time in London, where he becomes a well-known figure in high society. He is sought after by both the rich and the poor for his ability to predict the future and heal illnesses. However, Campbell also faces persecution and ridicule from those who view him as a fraud. The third and final part of the book explores Campbell's later years, where he becomes embroiled in a scandal involving a wealthy young woman who he has predicted will die. The novel ends with Campbell's death and a reflection on his legacy as a healer and fortune-teller. Overall, ""The History of the Life and Adventures of Duncan Campbell"" is a fascinating exploration of the life of a real historical figure, and a commentary on the role of faith, superstition, and skepticism in society.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.
