The Swiss Family Robinson

Written by Johann David Wyss

Part of the Children's Signature Editions series

Shipwrecked family must choose between rescue or island life forever.

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480 pages· 1170L

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Bookroo's summary

Shipwrecked on a deserted island, the Robinson family embarks on a thrilling journey of survival and discovery. As they adapt to their new world, they face a profound dilemma: return to civilization or embrace their newfound freedom? With each passing year, the island becomes more than just a refuge; it becomes home. Will they choose the comforts of society or the wild allure of the island? Adventure, science, and survival instincts collide in this timeless tale of family and resilience. Dive into their world and decide: what would you do if faced with the same choice?

From the publisher

If you were stranded on a desert island, what would you do? Young readers can read and imagine in this unabridged paperback edition of The Swiss Family Robinson. After their ship crashes onto a deserted island, the Robinson family begins a castaway life of adventure, scientific exploration, and the primal instinct to survive. As the years pass, the family begins to wonder: do they want to be rescued and return to civilization, or continue their island life forever? This high-action novel–available in its unabridged entirety–is perfect for young readers’ libraries.

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