Shipwrecked near an island, Robinson Crusoe struggles to survive. He has to swim ashore, retrieve critical supplies, build a fort, grow food, track the passage of time, and hew a boat using crude tools. Not knowing if he would ever return home and realizing that his life had changed forever, he had to find peace and happiness in ways that he never considered before.
An unforgettable read, the book has sold millions of copies and inspired stories such as Swiss Family Robinson and movies like Cast Away. The reader feels as though he is on the island with Crusoe. I often wondered if I could do what he did. Would I survive? Would you?
I recommend the book. It is enjoyable and full of wisdom, like the importance of diligence, hard work, contentment, and gratitude. But it’s the total experience that really matters. I have never forgotten the scene of Crusoe almost drowning, trying to swim ashore, or his efforts to build a fortified house. His agony and diligence are emblazoned on my mind.
Crusoe’s difficulties and fears had a transforming effect. The book builds to a page-turning conclusion.
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