Daniel Defoe 
Robinson Crusoe (Illustrated) 

Contains 10 illustrations.

Robinson Crusoe is a classic novel written by Daniel Defoe and first published in 1719. It is often considered one of the earliest novels in the English language and is a timeless adventure story. The novel tells the tale of Robinson Crusoe, a young Englishman who sets out on a sea voyage against his family’s wishes. After a series of misadventures, he finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island in the Caribbean.

The majority of the book focuses on Crusoe’s struggle for survival and his efforts to adapt to his solitary life on the island. He learns to build shelter, find food, and tame the wild environment, with little more than his resourcefulness and determination. Over the years, he gradually becomes self-sufficient, and his story reflects the human spirit’s resilience and capacity for innovation.

Robinson Crusoe’s isolation on the island lasts for 28 years, during which he encounters various challenges, including hostile native people and the arrival of other Europeans. The novel explores themes of solitude, self-reliance, the clash of cultures, and the enduring power of hope and faith.