The Swiss Family Robinson

Written by Johann David Wyss

Narrated by Jonathan Keeble

An epic tale of adventure and survival, The Swiss Family Robinson has been a bestseller ever since it was published in 1812, just over 200 years ago. Written by Swiss pastor Johann David Wyss, it begins with a shipwreck. A boat carrying a family of settlers to a distant colony is driven onto a reef just off an uncharted tropical island. The sailors desert the ship in lifeboats, leaving the Swiss family on board. They weather the storm, build a makeshift raft of empty casks and head for the island. Once on dry land, they set about exploring their new surroundings. Using their wits and ingenuity, they build a new life together and make many amazing discoveries.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Naxos Audiobooks
• Release date: Jan 1, 2016
• ISBN: 9781843799474

Johann David Wyss

Johann David Wyss (1743-1818) was a Swiss pastor and author who used his works to instill Christian values. He served as a clergyman in the Swiss army where he was also stationed in Italy. Wyss is famously credited with writing the adventure novel, The Swiss Family Robinson. It was originally published in German in 1812, followed by the English translation in 1814. It’s one of the most popular books of all-time, with more than 200 English editions and countless film, television and stage adaptations.

Reviews for The Swiss Family Robinson

[Jenn Kramer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I think this book was great because it was very adventurous there’s a lot of wild animals that they did and I think it was really cool what they did

[Lightshine · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

It was very informative and the narration was amazing and fun!!!!??