
By Daniel Defoe, Jamel Akib (Illustrator)
Part of the Classic Starts series
Survive alone on a deserted island after a shipwreck. Can he endure?
Robinson Crusoe, the lone survivor of a 1659 shipwreck, finds himself marooned on a deserted island. As he battles isolation and the elements, he must learn to adapt and survive for over twenty-eight years. With each passing day, Crusoe faces new challenges that test his ingenuity and resilience. Will he ever escape, or is he destined to remain alone forever? This gripping tale explores survival, self-discovery, and the harsh realities of the 17th century, including the era's views on slavery and the New World. Dive into Crusoe's world and uncover the secrets of his extraordinary adventure.
A shipwreck. A sole survivor, stranded on a deserted island. What could be more appealing to children than Robinson Crusoe’s amazing adventure? Set in the 17th century, and unfolding over a 30-year period, it offers plenty of suspense and everyday detail about how Crusoe manages to stay alive. Additionally, it paints a fascinating portrait of the age–including references to slavery and Europe’s view of the “New World.”
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