Robinson Crusoe, Told to the Children by John Lang by Daniel Defoe

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Author Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731
Adapter Lang, John, 1849-1917
Editor Chisholm, Louey
Illustrator Robinson, Will Bennett
Title Robinson Crusoe, Told to the Children by John Lang
Original Publication United Kingdom: T. C. & E. C. Jack,1905.
Series Title Told to the Children Series
Note Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits D A Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "Robinson Crusoe, Told to the Children" by John Lang, building on the original narrative by Daniel Defoe, is a children’s adaptation of a classic adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This retelling focuses on the journey of the main character, Robinson Crusoe, as he is shipwrecked on a deserted island and learns to survive in isolation for many years. The story emphasizes themes of self-reliance, resilience, and the struggle against despair, making it a compelling tale for young readers. The opening of the text introduces Robinson Crusoe, a young man who yearns for adventure at sea, defying his father's wishes for him to stay home and pursue a stable career. His adventures take a dire turn when he becomes shipwrecked, leading to a series of challenges as he learns to provide for himself on the island. Initially frightened and overwhelmed, Crusoe gradually builds a life for himself amidst the loneliness, showing resourcefulness and determination. His story sets the stage for numerous trials, discoveries, and encounters that encapsulate his transformation from a naïve youth to a seasoned survivor, highlighting the trials that will shape his character throughout this captivating journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Islands -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Crusoe, Robinson (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Atlantic Ocean -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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