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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, which tells the riveting tale of a man whose ship sinks during a voyage. He manages to swim to a desert island but is the only survivor and so spends the next three decades all alone on the island. But is he really alone? Defoe was one of the earliest novelists, helping to popularise this writing style in Britain. He is thought to have written over 500 books, pamphlets and journals on a variety of topics, earning him a place as one of Britain's most prolific writers.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe, which tells the riveting tale of a man whose ship sinks during a voyage. He manages to swim to a desert island but is the only survivor and so spends the next three decades all alone on the island. But is he really alone? Defoe was one of the earliest novelists, helping to popularise this writing style in Britain. He is thought to have written over 500 books, pamphlets and journals on a variety of topics, earning him a place as one of Britain's most prolific writers.
Find out everything you need to know about The Life and Adventures of Robinson in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
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The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe (Book Analysis) - Bright Summaries
English adventurer, merchant, politician, journalist and writer
Born in 1660 in London
Died in 1731 in London
Notable works:
The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe (1719), novel
Moll Flanders (1722), novel
A General History of the Pyrates (1724-1728), history
Daniel Defoe was born in London in 1660 and was not, strictly speaking, a professional writer. He came from a family of Protestant merchants of Belgian origin and was destined for a career as a minister. But he did not follow this path. Defoe tried many different avenues; as well as being a merchant, he was also an adventurer, a politician and a journalist. He only dedicated himself to literature at the end of his career, due to financial needs.
Daniel Defoe created a variety of work from all genres; pamphlets, essays, speeches, newspaper articles and, finally,
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