Moll Flanders

Set against the backdrop of 18th-century England, the narrative follows Moll Flanders, born in prison, as she navigates a tumultuous life marked by poverty and moral ambiguity. Through a series of marriages and adventures, including a journey to the New World, Moll seeks wealth and independence, ultimately returning to her roots as a cunning thief and sought-after prostitute. Defoe explores profound themes of social mobility, predestination, sin, and redemption, painting a vivid portrait of a woman's relentless pursuit of power and survival.