Defoe, Daniel
Robinson Crusoe: 300th Anniversary Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781632061195
- author:
- Defoe, Daniel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Restless Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 2.3 x 14 x 14 centimetres (0.48
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Action & Adventure, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Restored for a new generation, this 300th anniversary edition of Robinson Crusoe features vibrant new illustrations and an introduction by Jamaica Kincaid that sets the stage for a gripping tale of survival and resilience.
Published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe is widely regarded as the first great English novel. The story follows a castaway who spends thirty years on a remote tropical island, facing numerous challenges and encounters along the way before being ultimately rescued. This enduring adventure novel not only entertains but also offers valuable insights into entrenched attitudes of colonizers toward the colonized.
With its themes of individual resilience and ingenuity, Robinson Crusoe remains a compelling read today, offering a unique perspective on the history of European conquest and its lasting impact.