Daniel Defoe’s Social Networks [ Art and Literature / Association ]
… opponents, both Whig and high church Tory. He also used Defoe as a spy who could convey valuable information back to his patron. Defoe wanted a patron who would provide him with monetary support and political protection. Both parties got what they wanted out of the … disgrace under the new Hanoverian regime, Defoe would remain a committed advocate for the integrity of his old patron. 5 Nevertheless, Defoe’s relationship with Harley was always transactional for both parties: Harley wanted a …
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