The Political History of the Devil and many other interesting topics

and many other interesting topics

Valuable instructions on composition and related subjects are interwoven throughout the text

instrumentation and compositions

demonstrates Sibelius's increasing command of orchestral form and scoring

The Political History of the Devil and many other interesting topicsIrreverent and ironic, this 1726 satire by the author of Robinson Crusoe examines the evolution of evil and the rise of the historical force known as "the devil." Daniel Defoe's passionate and perceptive survey starts with Satan's origins, chronicling the devil's presence in the Bible and his growing sway over humanity. An overview of satanic influences on eighteenth century life follows, focusing on monarchs and tyrants as well as common folk. Defoe