British HistoryAugusta Triumphans Or, the Way to Make London the Most Flourishing City in the UniverseDaniel Defoe

British History

Augusta Triumphans Or, the Way to Make London the Most Flourishing City in the Universe

Through the voice of fictional speaker Andrew Moreton, Defoe presents ambitious proposals to transform London into the world's greatest city.

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"Augusta Triumphans" by Daniel Defoe is a pamphlet published in 1728. Through the voice of fictional speaker Andrew Moreton, Defoe presents ambitious proposals to transform London into the world's greatest city. The work advocates for establishing a university, music academy, foundling hospital, and regulated mental health institutions. It also calls for measures against moral corruption and street crime, including better lighting and professional watchmen. Part of Defoe's later social reform writings, this pamphlet reflects his lifelong engagement with London's improvement and his belief in practical projects for societal advancement.

Format: EPUB
Language: English
Length: 44 pages
Published: 1 January 1728