Shipwrecked near an island, Robinson Crusoe struggles to survive. He swims ashore, retrieves supplies, builds a fort, grows food, tracks the passage of time, and hews a boat using crude tools. Not knowing if he would ever return home and realizing that his life had changed forever, he finds peace and happiness in beliefs that he had previously shunned.
The story is unforgettable. I felt like I was on the island with Crusoe, struggling to survive. It made me wonder if I could do what he did. I asked myself, if I were stranded on an island like Crusoe, could I survive?
The book has sold millions of copies and was the inspiration for other stories, such as The Swiss Family Robinson, and movies like Cast Away.
The story is enjoyable to read and is filled with wisdom, emphasizing the importance of diligence, contentment, and gratitude. One of the most potent scenes, something I will never forget, is the scene of Crusoe almost drowning, trying to swim ashore. Another is his epic effort to build a fortified house. His agony and diligence have never left my mind.
Crusoe’s difficulties changed him forever.
I recommend buying a book version with the N. C. Wyeth illustrations.
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