02831cam a22003853u 4500 39918 UtSlPG 20260610133920.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 01016800 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F850.5 Browne, J. Ross (John Ross), 1821-1875 Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk : With Sketches of Adventure in California and Washoe Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-06-04 Crusoe's island -- A dangerous journey -- Observations in office -- A peep at Washoe. Produced by Greg Bergquist, Melissa McDaniel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Crusoe's Island: A Ramble in the Footsteps of Alexander Selkirk" by J. Ross Browne is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the author's adventurous journey to the remote Juan Fernandez Islands, inspired by the legendary tale of Robinson Crusoe and Alexander Selkirk, the castaway who lived there. Browne blends personal exploration with historical context, reflecting on themes of solitude, survival, and the allure of adventure. The opening portion of the narrative introduces Browne as a rebellious passenger aboard the ship Anteus, where he and a group of fellow travelers decide to row to the Juan Fernandez Islands in search of adventure after a tumultuous voyage. They set off with limited supplies, facing the perilous ocean conditions that lead to a storm. Ultimately, their determination pays off when they make it to the island, greeted by the beauty of the landscape and the tantalizing lure of exploring the legendary sites tied to the Crusoe narrative. The author vividly conveys his emotions and reverence for the history and myth surrounding the island, setting the stage for an engaging exploration of the locations associated with Selkirk and the spirit of adventure that defined that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified California -- Social life and customs Pacific States -- Description and travel Mines and mineral resources -- California Ethnic groups -- California Juan Fernández Islands Washoe County (Nev.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39918 80757 80757