Everybody's Business Is Nobody's Business: Or, Private Abuses, Public Grievances; Exemplified in the Pride, Insolence, and Exorbitant Wages of Our Women, Servants, Footmen, &c.

Author: Defoe, Daniel

Synopsis:

In "Everybody's Business Is Nobody's Business," Daniel Defoe delves into the private lives of women, servants, footmen, and others, exposing their pride, insolence, and exorbitant wages. Through a series of captivating anecdotes and observations, Defoe explores the consequences of these private abuses and their impact on public grievances. This thought-provoking work sheds light on the intricate dynamics of society and the hidden power struggles that exist within it.

Genres: Satire, Social Commentary, Non-fiction

Themes: Gender Roles, Class Divide, Power Dynamics

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