The Life & Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

The Life & Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe is an iconic adventure novel about a castaway marooned on a deserted island for 28 years. This classic novel has inspired film adaptations, and is widely considered one of the most successful books of all time. With strong themes of survival and perseverance, this timeless story of a man’s journey to self-discovery has captivated readers since its first publication in 1719. Enjoy an unforgettable journey with Robinson Crusoe as he bravely navigates his way through the unknown. This edition contains both volumes of the Robinson Crusoe saga, often sold separately: The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe and The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe. Daniel Defoe (1660-1731) was an English writer, journalist, and spy. He is most famous for authoring the novel Robinson Crusoe, which is regarded as the first realistic novel in English literature. Defoe wrote over 500 books, pamphlets, and journals on various topics such as economics, history, politics, and religion. He was a prolific writer, and his works were influential in shaping public opinion and helping to shape the English language. Defoe was born in London, England and was an apprentice to a hosiery merchant. He later worked as a secret agent for the government and was a pamphleteer and a spy in the War of Spanish Succession. He also wrote a number of political satires and was a staunch supporter of the Whig party. Defoe wrote his most famous work, Robinson Crusoe, in 1719. The novel tells the story of a shipwrecked sailor stranded on a desert island and his attempts to survive and eventually escape. The novel was an immediate success and was translated into many languages. Defoe also wrote other popular works such as A Journal of the Plague Year and Moll Flanders. Defoe's works are still widely read today, and his influence on the English language is still felt. His works are praised for their realism, and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life. Defoe was a major influence on the development of the modern novel and his legacy has been felt in many genres of literature.
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Author/Artist:Defoe, Daniel
Binding: Paperback
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