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Who were the real people Defoe modelled in his notoriously racy novel? The author follows the story and corrects the misperceptions generated by film adaptations to uncover the rea l history Defoe was after, in the 17th century in fact. Rees finds real life characters who had similar adventures and moves across the Atlantic as well to explore the little-known penal deporations to the colony of Virginia. A fast-paced read with great reviews. Chatto & Windus, 2011. Hb, Dj. Import. NEW. $12.00 Show more