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Author: Johann David Wyss
Genre: Classic Literature
Length: 336 pages
Published: 1812 (original) 1999 (version I read)
Publisher: Yearling
Brief Synopsis: (Taken from Goodreads) “For many days we had been tempest-tossed…the raging storm increased in fury until on the seventh day all hope was lost.”
From these dire opening lines, a timeless story of adventure begins. One family will emerge alive from this terrible storm: the Robinsons—a Swiss pastor, his wife, and four sons, plus two dogs and a shipload of livestock. Inspired by Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe, this heartwarming tale portrays a family’s struggle to create a new life on a strange and fantastic tropical island. There each boy must learn to utilize his own unique nature as their adventures lead to difficult challenges and amazing discoveries, including a puzzling message tied to an albatross’s leg. But it is in the ingenuity and authenticity of the family itself, and the natural wonders of this exotic land that have made The Swiss Family Robinson, first published at the beginning of the nineteenth century, one of the most enduring and imitated stories of shipwreck and survival.
My Review:
From these dire opening lines, a timeless story of adventure begins. One family will emerge alive from this terrible storm: the Robinsons—a Swiss pastor, his wife, and four sons, plus two dogs and a shipload of livestock. Inspired by Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe, this heartwarming tale portrays a family’s struggle to create a new life on a strange and fantastic tropical island. There each boy must learn to utilize his own unique nature as their adventures lead to difficult challenges and amazing discoveries, including a puzzling message tied to an albatross’s leg. But it is in the ingenuity and authenticity of the family itself, and the natural wonders of this exotic land that have made The Swiss Family Robinson, first published at the beginning of the nineteenth century, one of the most enduring and imitated stories of shipwreck and survival.
My Review:
I give this book a 4 out of 5.
Similar to Robinson Crusoe, this nineteenth century novel tells the story of a family who is shipwrecked and their adventures. Now I'll be upfront and state that I HATE Robinson Crusoe, so I am really glad to report that while this book does have a few boring parts (which is why this is getting only four stars), it's nowhere near the level of Robinson Crusoe.
The Robinson family has a huge amount of luck, as they are not only intelligent and hardy, but they are also able to procure most of the stuff aboard the ship, which is conveniently lodged on some rocks. Danger hits them throughout, but they are able to make a home for themselves. Ten years pass and they find another shipwreck survivor on a neighboring island. Eventually they are found by an actual ship and they are faced with a decision of returning back to Europe or staying on their private island alone. I definitely recommend picking this up and taking some time to read and enjoy it.
You can purchase The Swiss Family Robinson through Amazon in hard copy or Kindle format.
Similar to Robinson Crusoe, this nineteenth century novel tells the story of a family who is shipwrecked and their adventures. Now I'll be upfront and state that I HATE Robinson Crusoe, so I am really glad to report that while this book does have a few boring parts (which is why this is getting only four stars), it's nowhere near the level of Robinson Crusoe.
The Robinson family has a huge amount of luck, as they are not only intelligent and hardy, but they are also able to procure most of the stuff aboard the ship, which is conveniently lodged on some rocks. Danger hits them throughout, but they are able to make a home for themselves. Ten years pass and they find another shipwreck survivor on a neighboring island. Eventually they are found by an actual ship and they are faced with a decision of returning back to Europe or staying on their private island alone. I definitely recommend picking this up and taking some time to read and enjoy it.
You can purchase The Swiss Family Robinson through Amazon in hard copy or Kindle format.
Have you read The Swiss Family Robinson? If so, leave a comment and let me know your thoughts!
Please note: I was not compensated in any way for this review. It is strictly my opinion.
Please note: I was not compensated in any way for this review. It is strictly my opinion.
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