The Friendly Daemon, or the Generous Apparition Being a True Narrative of a Miraculous Cure, Newly Perform'd Upon That Famous Deaf and Dumb Gentleman, Dr. Duncan Campbel, by a Familiar Spirit That Appear'd to Him in a White Surplice, Like a Cathedral Singing Boy

Language: EnglishPublished: June 16, 2017

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Epistolary fiction, English 18th century

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Fiction Literature

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Defoe, Daniel

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In an era marked by burgeoning interest in the supernatural and the intersection of faith and science, "The Friendly Daemon, or the Generous Apparition" by Daniel Defoe presents a captivating narrative of a miraculous cure. This remarkable account details the transformative experience of Dr. Duncan Campbel, a renowned deaf and dumb gentleman, who asserts that a familiar spirit, appearing in a white surplice akin to a cathedral singing boy, restored his voice. Defoe's exploration delves into themes of divine intervention and the complexities of belief, making this document an essential read for historians, students, and civic activists intrigued by the cultural landscape of the early 18th century. Discover the interplay between the miraculous and the mundane in this extraordinary tale of healing.