The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition
The iconic Robinson Crusoe and the real life events that inspired his story

Almost everyone has heard of the story of Robinson Crusoe and his man Friday, whether they have actually read Defoe's book or not. Crusoe has been the subject of numerous films, television series and dramatisations. People might not, however, be aware that as a result of the success of the original book, Crusoe's fictional life and adventures became a trilogy. All three books appear in this unique Leonaur edition and readers can expect a gratifying helping of dark deeds at sea, marooning, fights for survival, battles with cannibals and many other exciting escapades. The final Defoe text has been carefully edited by Leonaur to remove ligatures and other archaic characters to make the it more readable and enjoyable for modern readers. Many who know of Crusoe's fictional adventures are aware that they were based on the real-life experiences of Alexander Selkirk. There have been several versions of his story published, but we have chosen the one we believe is the fullest and most accurate to include here to give readers an understanding of the reality that inspired Robinson Crusoe's fame.
Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.
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The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition
The iconic Robinson Crusoe and the real life events that inspired his story

Almost everyone has heard of the story of Robinson Crusoe and his man Friday, whether they have actually read Defoe's book or not. Crusoe has been the subject of numerous films, television series and dramatisations. People might not, however, be aware that as a result of the success of the original book, Crusoe's fictional life and adventures became a trilogy. All three books appear in this unique Leonaur edition and readers can expect a gratifying helping of dark deeds at sea, marooning, fights for survival, battles with cannibals and many other exciting escapades. The final Defoe text has been carefully edited by Leonaur to remove ligatures and other archaic characters to make the it more readable and enjoyable for modern readers. Many who know of Crusoe's fictional adventures are aware that they were based on the real-life experiences of Alexander Selkirk. There have been several versions of his story published, but we have chosen the one we believe is the fullest and most accurate to include here to give readers an understanding of the reality that inspired Robinson Crusoe's fame.
Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.
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The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition

The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition

The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition

The Robinson Crusoe Trilogy: Together with the Adventures of the Real Robinson Crusoe, Alexander Selkirk 4 Books in One Special Edition

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The iconic Robinson Crusoe and the real life events that inspired his story

Almost everyone has heard of the story of Robinson Crusoe and his man Friday, whether they have actually read Defoe's book or not. Crusoe has been the subject of numerous films, television series and dramatisations. People might not, however, be aware that as a result of the success of the original book, Crusoe's fictional life and adventures became a trilogy. All three books appear in this unique Leonaur edition and readers can expect a gratifying helping of dark deeds at sea, marooning, fights for survival, battles with cannibals and many other exciting escapades. The final Defoe text has been carefully edited by Leonaur to remove ligatures and other archaic characters to make the it more readable and enjoyable for modern readers. Many who know of Crusoe's fictional adventures are aware that they were based on the real-life experiences of Alexander Selkirk. There have been several versions of his story published, but we have chosen the one we believe is the fullest and most accurate to include here to give readers an understanding of the reality that inspired Robinson Crusoe's fame.
Leonaur editions are newly typeset and are not facsimiles; each title is available in softcover and hardback with dustjacket.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781782821656
Publisher: Leonaur Ltd
Publication date: 07/16/2013
Pages: 552
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 1.23(d)

About the Author

About The Author

Daniel Defoe (1660–1731) was an English author best known for his adventure novel, Robinson Crusoe, that he wrote later in life. A prolific writer, Defoe authored several books on economics, history, biography and crime. He pursued a variety of careers including merchant, soldier, secret agent and political pamphleteer, but is best remembered for his fiction. Daniel Defoe's other widely read books include Roxana, Moll Flanders and A Journal of the Plague Year. The name of the Robinson Crusoe Island, located in the South Pacific Ocean off the coast of Chile, was inspired by Defoe's famous story.

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