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The Life and Strange, Surprising Adventures of Robinson Caruso

The Life and Strange, Surprising Adventures of
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Robinson Crusoe is a novel about a man who is shipwrecked on a desert island and survives there for more than 20 years, fending off cannibals and creating a life for himself.

Stranded alone, Crusoe learns to build shelter, cultivate food, and make tools, gradually transforming the island into a habitable environment.

The novel explores themes of isolation, survival, and the relationship between man and nature.

It's often considered a foundational work of English literature, pioneering the concept of the solitary adventurer.

Crusoe's resourcefulness and determination in overcoming adversity have made him an enduring symbol of human resilience.

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Mentioned as a contender for the first modern English novel.
CR Episode 270: Tristram Shandy, Part I

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