The True-Born Englishman
About this book
"The True-Born Englishman" is a satirical poem published in 1701 by Daniel Defoe defending the then King of England William, who was Dutch-born, against xenophobic attacks by his political enemies, and ridiculing the notion of English racial purity.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 12 readers · 42 pages · ≈ 47 min · Demanding
How long does it take to read The True-Born Englishman?
About ≈ 47 min — 42 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The True-Born Englishman?
42 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The True-Born Englishman?
It sits on the Humor, Poetry shelves.
Is The True-Born Englishman in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The True-Born Englishman?
The main characters include John Tutchin (1661?-1707), William III King of England (1650-1702).
Where does The True-Born Englishman take place?
It is set in Great Britain during 1689-1702, 1690-1702.
Who wrote The True-Born Englishman?
Daniel Defoe.
Where can I read The True-Born Englishman online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library