Robinson Crusoe

Summary

«Robinson Crusoe» is a novel by English writer Daniel Defoe, published in 1719. It tells the story of a young man named Robinson Crusoe, who finds himself stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. He spends 28 years there, learning to survive in extreme conditions by utilizing all available resources on the island and remnants of his ship. Robinson creates a comfortable home, engages in farming, hunting, and even raises a parrot. Eventually, he meets Friday, a native he saves from death, who becomes his loyal friend. Ultimately, Crusoe manages to return home, discovering that his affairs have significantly improved during his absence. The book touches on many themes: survival in solitude, reflections on fate, interaction with nature, and encounters with foreign cultures. It is a classic of adventure literature and one of the first novels in history, laying the foundation for this genre.