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Adventure· United Kingdom

Robinson Crusoe

by Daniel Defoe
Aggregate Editorial Score45/100
Guardian 100 Best Novels
Published 1719274 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1719, Robinson Crusoe established Daniel Defoe as one of the defining voices in adventure. Shipwrecked on a deserted island, Robinson Crusoe survives for twenty-eight years through ingenuity, labour, and faith, eventually encountering the man he names Friday. Defoe's novel is often called the first English novel and established the template for the survival narrative. Themes of survival, colonialism, religion run through the work. The book has received recognition from Guardian 100 Best Novels 1719.

Book Details

AuthorDaniel Defoe
Published1719
Country of Origin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
Pages274
Category⚔️ Adventure
ISBN9780141439778
Editorial Score45/100
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⚔️ Adventure

Action-driven stories of exploration, danger, and survival.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

This book is part of United Kingdom's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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171921
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Daniel Defoe
United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Robinson Crusoe about?

Shipwrecked on a deserted island, Robinson Crusoe survives for twenty-eight years through ingenuity, labour, and faith, eventually encountering the man he names Friday. Defoe's novel is often called the first English novel and established the template for the survival narrative.

Who wrote Robinson Crusoe?

Robinson Crusoe was written by Daniel Defoe, from United Kingdom. First published in 1719.

What awards has Robinson Crusoe won?

Robinson Crusoe has received the following awards and honours: Guardian 100 Best Novels 1719.

Is Robinson Crusoe worth reading?

Robinson Crusoe is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 21/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in survival, colonialism, religion.

Where can I buy Robinson Crusoe?

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What category is Robinson Crusoe?

Robinson Crusoe is classified as Adventure. Action-driven stories of exploration, danger, and survival.

What country is Robinson Crusoe from?

Robinson Crusoe originates from United Kingdom's literary tradition. Explore more books from United Kingdom on our country page.

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