It is believed that during this time, Behn gathered the inspiration and resources necessary to write Oroonoko, or the Royal Slave, which is supposedly the true story of an African prince who is enslaved and brought to Surinam. ... Oroonoko, or the Royal Slave continues to be Behn's most widely read and highly regarded work, upholding both historical and societal significance. ... Oroonoko claims to be a true story based on Behn's experiences in Surinam. ... As readers progress, they find that Behn continuously rejects the notion of a democratic society or equal authority by intenti...

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