The same writer declared that it was known "that the young Defoe was but a stalking-horse and a tool, to bear the lash and the pillory in their stead, for his wages; that he was the author of the most scandalous part, but was only made sham proprietor of the whole, to screen the true proprietors from justice."
"Daniel Defoe"
William Minto
His wish was now gratified; "the bar of the House of Commons is the worst pillory in the nation."
"Daniel Defoe"
William Minto
From the pillory he was taken back to Newgate, there to be imprisoned during her Majesty's pleasure.
"Daniel Defoe"
William Minto