02788cam a22004093u 4500 50732 UtSlPG 20260610134151.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG la iso639-1 PR Newman, Francis William, 1805-1897 Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to a learner Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier According to preface, takes "only the general idea from Defoe." See also #70468. Release date is 2015-12-20 Mark C. Orton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Rebilius Cruso: Robinson Crusoe, in Latin; a book to lighten tedium to learners" by Francis William Newman is a Latin adaptation of the classic novel "Robinson Crusoe," structured as a language teaching tool written in the late 19th century. The work aims to facilitate the learning of Latin through an engaging narrative that draws on the adventures of the iconic protagonist, Robinson Crusoe. In this adaptation, the author offers a fresh interpretation while maintaining the essence of Defoe's original tale, focusing on relatable experiences and vocabulary appealing to learners. At the start of the text, the author shares insights into his motivations for creating this adaptation. Newman reflects on the importance of practical language teaching methods over rigid academic approaches in learning Latin, arguing for engaging storytelling through the experiences of Robinson Crusoe. The opening chapters introduce the protagonist's perilous journey when shipwrecked and subsequently stranded on a deserted island. Newman emphasizes the hardships and resilience of Crusoe, detailing his initial struggles for survival, interactions with his surroundings, and the gradual development of his resourcefulness as he learns to navigate his new life in solitude. The stage is set for a rich exploration of human ingenuity and adaptability as the narrative unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Shipwreck survival -- Fiction Islands -- Fiction Crusoe, Robinson (Fictitious character) -- Fiction Atlantic Ocean -- Fiction Adventure stories Castaways -- Fiction Latin language -- Readers Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50732 91570 91570