Storm

The Storm (1704) is a pivotal work in Daniel Defoes oeuvre, often hailed as a cornerstone of modern journalism. It recounts the devastating hurricane of November 1703, with Defoe framing the chaos through his compelling narrative in the first four chapters. He enriches this account with direct testimonials from survivors, gathered through a newspaper advertisement he published shortly after the disaster. While Defoe is best known for his later fictional works, such as Journal of the Plague Year (1722) and the iconic Robinson Crusoe (1719), The Storm serves as a crucial journalistic foundation that shaped his novelistic craft. This blend of fact and storytelling showcases his talent for the telling detail, making The Storm a necessary read alongside his other works for aspiring journalists today. –Denny Sayers