Robinson Crusoe, Jr.
Optic, Oliver, 1822-1897
Robinson Crusoe, Jr. - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2023-11-11
Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"Robinson Crusoe, Jr.: A Story for Little Folks" by Oliver Optic is a children's adventure novel written in the mid-19th century. This delightful tale revolves around the themes of imagination and exploration, showcasing a young boy's whimsical aspirations inspired by Daniel Defoe's classic story of survival. The book seeks to engage young readers with its adventurous spirit and relatable protagonist. The story follows Robert Gray, an imaginative boy who becomes fascinated with the idea of living like Robinson Crusoe after receiving a copy of the famous book on his birthday. Determined to experience his own adventures, Robert concocts a plan to build a raft and sail to a nearby island, aspiring to create his own "Crusoe" life in isolation. Accompanied by his loyal dog, Trip, and his reluctant cat, Robert faces various challenges that quickly reveal the harsh realities of island life. As he struggles with loneliness, difficulties securing food, and the harshness of nature, Robert learns valuable lessons about self-reliance, family, and the comforts of home. Ultimately, his adventure ends when rescuers find him, making him appreciate his home and family more than ever before. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Boys -- Juvenile fiction Runaway children -- Juvenile fiction
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Robinson Crusoe, Jr. - 1 online resource : multiple file formats
Release date is 2023-11-11
Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Aaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"Robinson Crusoe, Jr.: A Story for Little Folks" by Oliver Optic is a children's adventure novel written in the mid-19th century. This delightful tale revolves around the themes of imagination and exploration, showcasing a young boy's whimsical aspirations inspired by Daniel Defoe's classic story of survival. The book seeks to engage young readers with its adventurous spirit and relatable protagonist. The story follows Robert Gray, an imaginative boy who becomes fascinated with the idea of living like Robinson Crusoe after receiving a copy of the famous book on his birthday. Determined to experience his own adventures, Robert concocts a plan to build a raft and sail to a nearby island, aspiring to create his own "Crusoe" life in isolation. Accompanied by his loyal dog, Trip, and his reluctant cat, Robert faces various challenges that quickly reveal the harsh realities of island life. As he struggles with loneliness, difficulties securing food, and the harshness of nature, Robert learns valuable lessons about self-reliance, family, and the comforts of home. Ultimately, his adventure ends when rescuers find him, making him appreciate his home and family more than ever before. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Boys -- Juvenile fiction Runaway children -- Juvenile fiction
PZ