... ; in fact, it is through him that many of Defoe's late 17th century influences show through; read as allegory, Robinson Crusoe supports no other analysis. However, I do fully accept the fact that Daniel Defoe was very intelligent while using rhetorical skills, thus leaving the reader with implications. Parts of ... his critics; salt in the wounds of humanity. Defoe's under-class sympathies are evident in Robinson Crusoe. While most other Italian authors conceived of their characters as 20th century reactionary symbols, Defoe's lusted for real love! As pure allegory, Robinson Crusoe was as...

• Word Count: 1180
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School