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Robinson Crusoe (Wordsworth Classics) Paperback – August 5, 1997

by Daniel Defoe (Author)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 746 ratings
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With an Introduction and Notes by Doreen Roberts, Rutherford College, University of Kent at Canterbury From its first publication in 1719, Robinson Crusoe has been printed in over 700 editions. It has inspired almost every conceivable kind of imitation and variation, and been the subject of plays, opera, cartoons, and computer games. The character of Crusoe has entered the consciousness of each succeeding generation as readers add their own interpretation to the adventures so thrillingly 'recorded' by Defoe. Praised by eminent figures such as Coleridge, Rousseau and Wordsworth, this perennially popular book was cited by Karl Marx in Das Kapital to illustrate economic theory. However it is readers of all ages over the last 280 years who have given Robinson Crusoe its abiding position as a classic tale of adventure.
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    272 pages
  2. Language
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  3. Publisher
    Wordsworth Editions Ltd
  4. Publication date
    August 5, 1997
  5. Dimensions
    4.92 x 0.59 x 7.68 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1853260452
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1853260452
  8. Lexile measure
    1360
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Daniel Defoe was born Daniel Foe in London in 1660. It was perhaps, ineveitable that Defoe, an outspoken man, would become a political journalist. As a Puritan he believed God had given him a mission to print the truth, that is, to proselytize on religion and politics, and in fact, he became a prolific pamphleteer satirizing the hypocrisies of both Church and State. Defoe admired William III, and his poem The True-Born Englishman (1701) won him the King's friendship. But an ill-timed satire on High Church extremists, The Shortest Way with the Dissenters, published during Queen Anne's reign, resulted in his being pilloried and imprisoned for seditious libel in 1703.

At fifty-nine Defoe turned to fiction, completing The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe(1719), partly based on the saga of Alexander Selkirk, a Scottish sailor; Moll Flanders (1722); Colonel Jack (1722); A Journal of the Plague Years(1722); and Roxana or the Fortunate Mistress (1724).


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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wordsworth Editions Ltd (August 5, 1997)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1853260452
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1853260452
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 1360
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.92 x 0.59 x 7.68 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Dr. Mike Huchital
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good !
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2023
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Great book for the entire family.
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R. Beaman
4.0 out of 5 stars A real survivor!
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2024
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I liked his being able to survive and thrive with nothing but his wisdom and skill with the materials he had at hand and the great truths he learned in the process.
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Richard Marsh
3.0 out of 5 stars No chapter Divisions
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2023
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Book is printed well, with an introduction and a "glossary" in the back, but there are no chapter divisions, making it 225 pages of a solid wall of text.
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2.0 out of 5 stars No Chapters
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I purchased this book because it was part of the assignments for high school literature readings. The problem we have with this version of the book is that is not broken down by chapters. This made it difficult to match with homework provided in the classroom.
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D. Blair
3.0 out of 5 stars It's the same book as all of them, but print is VERY small.
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I thought since the paperback was the larger dimension that the print would be equally larger, but no - the print was smaller than a small paperback, I suspect to make it with fewer pages.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Small print
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Very small print made it difficult tto read. Ended up throwing it away.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic Adventure That Stands the Test of Time!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 22, 2023
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Robinson Crusoe is a literary masterpiece that continues to captivate readers even after all these years. Daniel Defoe's timeless tale takes us on an unforgettable journey of survival, self-discovery, and resilience. From the very first pages, I was hooked by Crusoe's remarkable transformation from a shipwrecked castaway to a resourceful island inhabitant.

Defoe's vivid storytelling skillfully paints the picture of Crusoe's solitude and his gradual adaptation to his surroundings. The book is a compelling exploration of the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity and the strength that can be found within oneself.

The intricate details of Crusoe's daily struggles, his ingenuity in crafting tools, and his encounters with both companions and adversaries on the island make for an enthralling read. The prose might feel a bit old-fashioned, but that only adds to the charm of this classic novel.

Whether you're a fan of adventure, character development, or simply a well-crafted story, Robinson Crusoe delivers on all fronts. It's a book that invites reflection on our modern lives and the values we hold dear. I recommend this timeless classic to readers of all ages – it's a literary journey that everyone should embark upon at least once in their lifetime.
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Giuseppe
5.0 out of 5 stars Interessante
Reviewed in Italy on May 27, 2023
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Da leggere assolutamente
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5.0 out of 5 stars DER KLASSIKER WELTWEIT
Reviewed in Germany on April 28, 2020
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Seit seiner ersten Publikation im Jahr 1719 wurde Robinson Crusoe in über 700 Ausgaben gedruckt. Die Handlung inspirierte zu jeglicher Art von Nachahmung und Variation und war Gegenstand von Theaterstücken, Opern, Cartoons und Computerspielen. Der Charakter von Crusoe ist in das Bewusstsein jeder nachfolgenden Generation eingetreten, da die Leser den Abenteuern, die Defoe so aufregend aufzeichnet, ihre eigene Interpretation hinzufügen. Kannte das Buch bereits als Kind in der deutschsprachigen Ausgabe und hatte es zur Auffrischung der englischen gelesen.
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Sheppy
5.0 out of 5 stars Very old story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 2, 2024
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Was interesting
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Sloon Paturelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Robinson crusoe
Reviewed in Italy on December 24, 2022
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Un dei libri interessante è fantastico che o mai letto
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