The True-Born Englishman: A Satire
The True-Born Englishman: A Satire
Published in 1701, 'The True-Born Englishman' is a satirical poem by Daniel Defoe that defends Dutch-born King William III against xenophobic sentiments in England. Defoe argues that the English identity is shaped by a history of immigration, asserting that all English people are, in essence, foreigners. The poem became an immediate bestseller, highlighting the absurdity of nativism and promoting a more inclusive view of national identity during a politically charged era.
