The Swiss Family Robinson : A Family's Adventure on a Desert Island
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Overview
The Swiss Family Robinson is the classic adventure tale of a shipwrecked family who must rely on ingenuity, courage, and cooperation to survive on a remote tropical island. After their ship is lost at sea during a violent storm, a Swiss pastor, his wife, and their four sons find themselves stranded far from civilization. Using the limited supplies they salvage from the wreck, the family begins the difficult task of building a new life in the wilderness.
As they explore the island, the Robinson family encounter unfamiliar landscapes, exotic animals, and constant challenges that test their resourcefulness. Through patience, practical knowledge, and determination, they construct shelters, cultivate the land, and gradually transform the island into a thriving home. The story combines thrilling adventure with lessons about perseverance, family cooperation, and the value of practical skill.
First published in 1812, The Swiss Family Robinson quickly became one of the most beloved adventure novels for young readers. Inspired in part by Robinson Crusoe, the book has remained a classic of children's literature, celebrated for its imaginative survival story and its enduring spirit of exploration.
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- ISBN-13: 9781627554640
- ISBN-10: 1627554645
- Publisher: Wilder Publications
- Publish Date: September 2013
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.64 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.92 pounds
- Page Count: 284
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